• Demonstration of low-cost access to space without performance reduction. • Bidirectional data transfer between autonomous environmental stations and the satellite. • Tracking of medium-sized and large mammals.

DLR

TUBSAT-N1

Technische Universität Berlin

University

Germany

3 kg

1998-07-07

• Demonstration of low-cost access to space without performance reduction. • Bidirectional data transfer between autonomous stations and the satellite. • Tracking of medium-sized and large mammals.

• To demonstrate the basic functional elements of a low-power LEO “swarm” or formation PICOSAT array. • To communicate from space using node-type radios and to report the results of MEMS-switched tests.

Built by Aerospace Corporation, sponsored by DARPA

MEMS 1B (Pico 23, PICOSAT-1)

DARPA

Military

US

0.275 kg

2000-01-27

• To demonstrate the basic functional elements of a low-power LEO “swarm” or formation PICOSAT array.
• To communicate from space using node-type radios and to report the results of MEMS-switched tests.

Built by Aerospace Corporation, sponsored by DARPA

StenSat

Stensat Group

Company

US

0.2 kg

2000-01-27

Amateur radio operators world wide and was to operate as a single channel mode "J" FM voice repeater.

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MEMS 2A (Pico 20, PICOSAT-1)

DARPA

Military

US

0.275 kg

2000-07-19

• To demonstrate the basic functional elements of a low-power LEO “swarm” or formation PICOSAT array. • To communicate from space using node-type radios and to report the results of MEMS-switched tests.

Built by Aerospace Corporation, sponsored by DARPA

MEMS 2B (Pico 22, PICOSAT-1)

DARPA

Military

US

0.275 kg

2000-07-19

• To demonstrate the basic functional elements of a low-power LEO “swarm” or formation PICOSAT array.
• To communicate from space using node-type radios and to report the results of MEMS-switched tests.

Built by Aerospace Corporation, sponsored by DARPA

Munin

Swedish Institute of Space Physics

Institute

Sweden

6 kg

2000-11-21

The scientific objective with Munin is to collect data on the auroral activity on both the northern and southern hemispheres, such that a global picture of the current state of activity can be made available on-line. The data acquired by Munin will then serve as an input to the prediction of space weather.

Luleå University of Technology, Umeå University

MEPSI 1A (MEMS-based PicoSat Inspector)

DARPA

Military

US

1U

2002-11-23

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

Aerospace Corporation was the contractor in collaboration with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

MEPSI 1B (MEMS-based PicoSat Inspector)

DARPA

Military

US

1U

2002-11-23

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

Aerospace Corporation was the contractor in collaboration with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

AAUSAT 1

Aalborg University

University

Denmark

1U

2003-03-30

* Sudents have achieved some useful knowledge of space technology.
* That communication is established with the satellite and housekeeping information is retrieved.
* Test ACS performance.
* Take pictures of certain locations on earth.

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CanX-1

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

1U

2003-03-30

Its mission is to evaluate several novel technologies in space, including a low-cost CMOS horizon sensor and star-tracker, active three-axis magnetic stabilization, GPS-based position determination, and an ARM7 central computer.

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CUTE-I (Cubical Tokyo Tech Engineering Satellite-I)

Tokyo Institute of Technology

University

Japan

1U

2003-03-30

Communication, sensing and deployment mechanism missions.

SRTL (Space Robotics and Teleoperations Laboratory) of Tokyo

DTUSat-1

Technical University of Denmark

University

Denmark

1U

2003-03-30

The main payload is an 450 m long electrodynamic tether for dumping the satellite.

Experiments on “Internet Protocols in space”, as well as to miniaturization technology demonstrations. This second objective included characterization of triple junction GaAs solar cells from European sources, which were tested first time in space.

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XI-V

University of Tokyo

University

Japan

1U

2005-10-27

Its mission is to evaluate several novel technologies in space, including a low-cost CMOS horizon sensor and star-tracker, active three-axis magnetic stabilization, GPS-based position determination, and an ARM7 central computer.

Mission is to test a communication system and the system bus plus a suite of CMOS cameras done by Harvey Mudd College. An omnidirectional patch antenna is used.

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CP1

California Polytechnic University

University

US

1U

2006-07-26

Testing of a sun sensor donated by Optical Energy technoloies, as well as the use of a sungle magnetic torquer embedded within a side panel.

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CP2

California Polytechnic University

University

US

1U

2006-07-26

Energy dissipation experiment as well as a field-test of what we have dubbed the CP Bus. CP2 marks our first attempt at “standardizing” a CubeSat bus to enable easier integration of a wide variety of payloads.

First, to qualify the concept of small satellites as useful instruments for science and engineering, to lower the cost of space utilization and exploration; Second, to educate students in all major aspects of the design, construction, and launch of space satellite systems.

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ICECube 2 (Ionospheric sCintillation Experimental CubeSat)

Cornell University

University

US

1U

2006-07-26

First, to qualify the concept of small satellites as useful instruments for science and engineering, to lower the cost of space utilization and exploration; Second, to educate students in all major aspects of the design, construction, and launch of space satellite systems.

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ION

University of Illinois

University

US

2U

2006-07-26

Measuring Oxygen airglow emissions from the Earth’s mesosphere. Tests a new MicroVacuum Arc Thruster (µVAT) with high dynamic range. tests a new SID processor board. Small CMOS camera for Earth imaging.

Set of temperature sensors to verify UH-designed thermal modeling software, but the actual mission was just learning to build a bus.

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MEROPE (Montana Earth-Orbiting Pico-Explorer)

Montana State University

University

US

1U

2006-07-26

Measure the radiation of the Van Allen radiation belts, first discovered by Explorer-1 under the direction of Professor James Van Allen's group of the State University of Iowa (now The University of Iowa).

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nCube-1

Norwegian University of Technology and Science (NTNU), Narvik University College (HiN) and the Agricultural University of Norway (NLH)

Low-power beacon system, which provides a redundant means of relaying sensor data in analog form if the primary (digital) transmitter fails.

Rincon Research Corporation

SACRED (AlcatelSat)

University of Arizona

University

US

1U

2006-07-26

Measure the total amount of high-energy radiation over a two-year span and will test the radiation properties of four commercial integrated circuits

Montpelier University and Alcatel Space Systems of France.

SEEDS

Nihon University

University

Japan

1U

2006-07-26

Communication with the amateur ground stations, the sensing of the satellite housekeeping data, and the analysis of its orbit and attitude. Each mission has many sub-missions.

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HIT-Sat

Hokkaido Institute of Technology

University

Japan

2.7 kg

2006-09-22

Demonstrate the performance of the HIT-Sat bus system on orbit. HIT-Sat is an engineering test CubeSat, which is being used as a scale model for a future “Hokkaido microsatellite” .

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RAFT1

US Naval Academy Satellite Lab

University

US

4 kg

2006-10-12

Provide a cubesat in a cluster which has an on-board transponder capable of identifying itself via the NSS satellite Radar Tracking system to help locate the Cubesats. Secondly, RAFT will have a separate 217 MHz NSSS radar transmitter and receiver, which can help with calibration tests of the separate NSSS transmit and receive antenna beams.

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MARScom

US Naval Academy Satellite Lab

University

US

3 kg

2006-12-09

The mission of MARScom is to explore and demonstrate a very low cost yet viable communications capability for education and training of both Midshipmen and the large numbers of Navy Marine Corps communications cadre personnel.

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MEPSI 2A

DARPA

Military

US

1U

2006-12-09

Pair is tethered. Cold gas propulsion system, with 0.1N thrust with 5 thrusters. This propulsion system includes MEMS pressure transducers

Aerospace Corporation was the contractor in collaboration with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

MEPSI 2B

DARPA

Military

US

1U

2006-12-09

Pair is tethered. Cold gas propulsion system, with 0.1N thrust with 5 thrusters. This propulsion system includes MEMS pressure transducers

Aerospace Corporation was the contractor in collaboration with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

GeneSat-1

NASA/Santa Clara University

Agency

US

3U

2006-12-16

Perform experiment on E. Coli bacteria in space, first cubesat to carry a biological experiment.

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PehuenSat 1

National University of Comahue

University

Argentina

6 kg

2007-01-10

Build and operate a small satellite whose mission is educational, technological and scientific. This satellite will allow the participants to gain an important experience for future projects as part of the Pehuensat Program, with more complex missions.

Argentina Association Space Technology (AATE) and AMSAT Argentina.

CAPE-1

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University

US

1U

2007-04-17

To gain basic knowledge and skillset of developing and launching a picosatellite to pave the way for future projects.

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CP3

California Polytechnic University

University

US

1U

2007-04-17

Implement an attitude control system using only magnetic torquers embedded within the side panels.

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CP4

California Polytechnic University

University

US

1U

2007-04-17

Energy dissipation experiment as well as a field-test of what the team has dubbed the CP Bus. CP2 marks our first attempt at “standardizing” a CubeSat bus to enable easier integration of a wide variety of payloads.

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CSTB-1 (CubeSat TestBed 1)

Boeing

Company

US

1U

2007-04-17

Testbed for components for future Boeing small-sat missions. Accelerate the maturity of CubeSat related componets and subsystems, as well as accelerate the general infrastructure and operations of this class of spacecraft.

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Libertad-1

Sergio Arboleda University

University

Colombia

1U

2007-04-17

Camera and transmission of one stanza of the Colombian national anthem.

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MAST

Tethers Unlimited

Company

US

3U

2007-04-17

Perform investigations of the dynamics of tethered formations of spacecraft and to investigate the survivability of tethers in the harsh space environment.

Stanford University

AeroCube-2

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1U

2007-04-17

Similar to AeroCube-1, except added charging system for the Lithium batteries.

Education. By participating in the project students gets involved in the complicated process of building a complex system like a satellite. This teaches the student to work together in small groups and, at the same time, coordinate their actions with other groups. The primary "technical" mission is to get one-way communication with the satellite, and next is establish two-way communication.

Danish National Space Center

CanX-2

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

3U

2008-04-28

GPS radio occultation experiment to characterize the upper atmosphere (University of Calgary), an atmospheric spectrometer to measure greenhouse gases (York University), and a space materials experiment to evaluate the effects of atomic oxygen on a protective coating (University of Toronto).

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CanX-6

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

6.5 kg

2008-04-28

Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver developed by COM DEV for detection of signals transmitted by maritime vessels.

COM DEV Ltd.

Compass-1

Aachen University of Applied Sciences

University

Germany

1U

2008-04-28

To take color images of the earth at a resolution of 640x480 pixels, to validate (test) a Phoenix GPS receiver from DLR in orbit, to test three-axis attitude control (based on magnetic actuation), and to verify the functionality of the spacecraft in space (technology demonstration).

CUTE-1.7+APD-2

Tokyo Institute of Technology

University

Japan

3 kg

2008-04-28

Follow-on satellite to the Cute-1.7 + APD

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Delfi-C3

Delft University of Technology

University

Netherlands

3U

2008-04-28

Hands-on education & training of students on a real spacecraft project. A Radio Amateur Platform (RAP) from TU Delft, comprising a linear transponder. Development of a modular nanosatellite spacecraft bus and a distributed ground segment.

The primary objective of KUKAI is teehnical verification
of a tethered space robot.

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AeroCube-3

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1U

2009-05-19

After launch, AeroCube-3 will remain attached to the upper stage of its carrier rocket by means of a 61-meter (200 ft) tether. Experiments will be conducted to determine the satellite's flight dynamics. A wide-angle camera will be used to image the upper stage. The satellite will also reel in the tether, moving closer to the upper stage.

US Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center

CP6

California Polytechnic University

University

US

1U

2009-05-19

Implement an attitude control system using only magnetic torquers embedded within the side panels.Once the primary objectives have been met, a command will be sent to deploy the secondary payload that consists of a series of spring steel tapes. The data will be used to guide the future design of an electrodynamic tether.

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HawkSat I

Hawk Institute of Space Sciences

Company

US

1U

2009-05-19

Its primary function is to act as a proof of concept vehicle for future satellites to be developed by the Hawk Institute for Space Sciences.

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PharmaSat 1 (GeneSat-2)

Santa Clara University, NASA Ames Small Spacecraft Division

Agency

US

3U

2009-05-19

Contains a controlled environment micro-laboratory packed with sensors and optical systems that can detect the growth, density and health of yeast cells and transmit that data to scientists for analysis on Earth.

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Aggiesat-2 (Dragonsat 2)

Texas A&M University

University

US

3.2 kg

2009-07-15

Promote space engineering education as well as research into novel, low-cost autonomous rendezvous and proximity operations techniques.

NASA Johnson Space Center, University of Texas at Austin

BEVO 1 (DragonSat 1)

University of Texas at Austin

University

US

3.5 kg

2009-07-15

Promote space engineering education as well as research into novel, low-cost autonomous rendezvous and proximity operations techniques.

NASA Johnson Space Center, Texas A&M University

BEESAT-1

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

1U

2009-09-23

Verification of miniaturized reaction wheels in the space environment. Test of a novel satellite bus system. Power scope improvement of pico- and nanosatellites

AstroFein Technik,

ITUpSAT-1

Istanbul Technical University

University

Turkey

1U

2009-09-23

The overall objectives are to provide a hands-on project environment for the students at ITU under faculty guidance.

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SwissCube

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL)

University

Switzerland

1U

2009-09-23

The main objective is educational and to show the students how to build a complex engineering system from A to Z like a satellite. Carries a small telescope which will allow to obtain images of the nightglow, a luminescence phenomena occurring at 100 km of height above the Earth surface.

- EPFL
- HES-SO
- Univ. of Neuchatel
- FHNW
- Bern University

UWE-2

University of Würzburg

University

Germany

1U

2009-09-23

Demonstration of the newly developed Attitude Determination System (ADS). Equipped with a number of new sensors to be able to accurately determine the orientation in space.

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KSat (Hayato, Kagoshima Satellite, K-Sat)

Kagoshima University

University

Japan

1U

2010-05-20

Research That Aims to Predict the Torrential Rain and Rornadoes. On-orbit demonstration of original observation method of atmospheric water vapor using satellite.

Earth observation and technology demonstration. It will test the use of extendible paddles to provide attitude control.

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AISSat-1

Norwegian Space Centre

Agency

Norway

7 kg

2010-07-12

Its primary mission is to demonstrate the feasibility and performance of space-based Automatic Identification System (AIS) detection from low-Earth orbit as a means of tracking maritime assets, and the integration of space-based AIS data into a national maritime tracking information system.

Promote space technology in educational institutions and encourage research and development in miniaturized satellites; introduce students at undergraduate level to space technology, demonstrate a successful inter-state, interuniversity, inter-disciplinary and interdepartmental participation in a single project, develop leadership qualities and scientific temperament among students.

ISRO

TISAT-1

University of Applied Sciences of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

University

Switzerland

1U

2010-07-12

Monitoring of the durability of exposed thin bonding wires, PCB tracks and lines (Atomic Oxygen effects). Verification of the system fault tolerance scheme. Acquisition of spacecraft environment and operating data. All firmware, in house developped baseband modulation schemes.

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ZDPS 1A 01 (Zheda Pixing)

Zhejiang University

University

China

3.5 kg

2010-09-22

Platform verification. The functionality, performance and space environmental adaption of the satellites and their subsystems were to be validated in space via on-orbit testing and operation. Experimentation of miniaturized parts.

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ZDPS 1A 02 (Zheda Pixing)

Zhejiang University

University

China

3.5 kg

2010-09-22

Platform verification. The space environmental adaption and application of the various parts including the miniaturized commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) MEMS accelerometers and gyroscopes, the in-house-developed panoramic CMOS camera and the novel tri-junction solar cells were to be experimented. Attitude determination and control experimentation. The correctness and effectiveness of the attitude determination and control scheme were to be evaluated via attitude de-tumbling and stabilizing experiments.

Demonstrating the ability to build and launch a useful satellite quickly and at low cost, gaining CubeSat build and orbital experience, and validating the LANL design methodology.

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Perseus 001

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Institute

US

1.5U

2010-12-08

Demonstrating the ability to build and launch a useful satellite quickly and at low cost, gaining CubeSat build and orbital experience, and validating the LANL design methodology.

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Perseus 002

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Institute

US

1.5U

2010-12-08

Demonstrating the ability to build and launch a useful satellite quickly and at low cost, gaining CubeSat build and orbital experience, and validating the LANL design methodology.

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Perseus 003

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Institute

US

1.5U

2010-12-08

Demonstrating the ability to build and launch a useful satellite quickly and at low cost, gaining CubeSat build and orbital experience, and validating the LANL design methodology.

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QbX-1

NRL Naval Center for Space for NRO

Military

US

3U

2010-12-08

For the first two QbX satellites, flight software, antennas, and the TTC radio were built and integrated by the Naval Center for Space, as was the developmental communications payload. The payload consisted of an extendible antenna, a modem, and a radio.

Pumpkin

QbX-2

NRL Naval Center for Space for NRO

Military

US

3U

2010-12-08

For the first two QbX satellites, flight software, antennas, and the TTC radio were built and integrated by the Naval Center for Space, as was the developmental communications payload. The payload consisted of an extendible antenna, a modem, and a radio.

Detect the Van Allen radiation belts in honor of the 50th anniversary of Explorer-1. Also demonstrates software technology developed at SSEL that uses a popular chip radio to close a digital data link with standard ham radio hardware allowing people around the world to contact the satellite and download science and housekeeping data.

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Hermes

University of Colorado in Boulder

University

US

1U

2011-03-04

Improve CubeSat communications through the on-orbit testing of a high data-rate communication system that will allow the downlink of large quantities of data, making CubeSat imaging or high-data quantity science easily feasible.

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KySat-1

Kentucky universities

University

US

1U

2011-03-04

The primary mission objective for KySat-1 is educational outreach. Can be commanded via mobile ground stations using HAM frequencies. These mobile ground stations will be taken to schools around the state for children to have their first direct interaction with a satellite. The goal is to stimulate young minds by bringing aerospace technology to them.

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PSSC-2 (Pico Satellite Solar Cell Testbed-2, PSSC Testbed-2, PSSCT-2)

The Aerospace Corporation

Military

US

3.7 kg

2011-07-20

Low cost risk reduction for the upcoming SENSE and Compact Total Electron Content Sensor (CTECS) that characterizes the ionosphere by measurement of the occultation of GPS signals - a precursor of an instrument with the same function on SENSE. PSSC2 also carries over the task from PSSC1 of characterizing the performance of advanced solar cells from Spectrolab and Emcore.

Space and Missile Systems Center's Development Planning Directorate

Jugnu

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

University

India

3U

2011-10-12

1. To develop competence in design, fabrication and usage of micro satellites. 2. Complement the development efforts of the country's satellite application requirements through technology development and validation at the micro satellite level 3. Development and training of human resources. 4. Strengthen activities in MEMS sensor based technology applications.

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SRMSat (Sri Ramaswamy Memorial)

SRM University

University

India

10 kg

2011-10-12

The science objective of the mission is to monitor greenhouse gases (GHG), mainly carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere.

ISRO

AubieSat-1

Auburn University

University

US

1U

2011-10-28

Science mission is to measure average density of ionospheric electrons along line of sight between AubieSat and ground station.

Alabama Space Grant Consortium

DICE-1 (Dynamic Ionosphere CubeSat Experiment)

Utah State University

University

US

1.5U

2011-10-28

Mapping geomagnetic Storm Enhanced Density (SED) plasma bulge and plume formations in Earth’s ionosphere. Two identical spinning spacecraft measure plasma density and electric fields to determine the how and why of variations in ionospheric plasma density that affect the performance of communications, surveillance, and navigation systems on earth and in space.

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DICE-2 (Dynamic Ionosphere CubeSat Experiment)

Utah State University

University

US

1.5U

2011-10-28

Mapping geomagnetic Storm Enhanced Density (SED) plasma bulge and plume formations in Earth’s ionosphere. Two identical spinning spacecraft measure plasma density and electric fields to determine the how and why of variations in ionospheric plasma density that affect the performance of communications, surveillance, and navigation systems on earth and in space.

Detect Van Allen radiation belts using a miniature Geiger tube donated by Dr. Van Allen to measure the intensity and variability of these electrons in low Earth orbit.

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M-Cubed (COVE)

University of Michigan

University

US

1U

2011-10-28

Obtain a mid resolution image to date of Earth with at least 60% land mass and a maximum of 20% cloud coverage from a single cubesat platform. MCubed bus with the intention of making it a heritage design, thus allowing for future missions to be flown on the same bus.

Design and implement the basic subsystems of a custom-built satellite. Gain experience in the leadership, logistics, testing and launch arrangement aspects of a complex space project, which are all essential to proceed to the next step.

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PW-Sat

Warsaw University of Technology

University

Poland

1U

2012-02-13

Develop an inexpensive and reliable method of satellite deorbitation by using an expandable structure - SMA (Shape Memory Alloy) based sail.

Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences

ROBUSTA-1A

University of Montpellier II

University

France

1U

2012-02-13

Measure the radiation induced degradation of electronic devices.

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UNICubeSat-GG (Gravity Gradient)

Sapienza University of Rome

University

Italy

1U

2012-02-13

Study of the gravity gradient enhanced by the presence of a deployable boom. The end faces of the boom are equipped with solar panels for added power generation.

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Xatcobeo (Dieste)

University of Vigo

University

Spain

1U

2012-02-13

Main objective of the mission is the deployment of XaTcobeo, a standard based 1U CubeSAT (10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm) in the space, together with a ground segment.

Spanish National Institute for Aerospace Technology (INTA)

e-st@r

Polytechnic University of Turin

University

Italy

1U

2012-02-13

Demonstrate the capability of autonomous determination, control and manoeuver, through the development and test in orbit of an A-ADCS entirely designed and manufactured by students. Test in orbit COTS technology and self-made hardware.

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Goliat

University of Bucharest

University

Romania

1U

2012-02-13

Obtain a multidisciplinary team of students which, by the end of the project, shall be able to design, integrate and operate a full nanosatellite mission. Developing, integrating, testing, launching and operating a CubeSat type satellite and its components; Designing, developing and integrating a specific satellite payload; Designing and constructing the ground station infrastructure.

300V photovoltaic power generation in LEO. Demonstration of solar array discharge suppression technologies at 300V. Demonstration of electron emission film (ELF). Demonstration of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf surface potential monitor. Demonstration of debris sensor. Taking photograph of the Earth and distribution of the image for outreach.

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F-1

FPT University

University

Vietnam

1U

2012-07-21

Educational pico-satellite, carrying a low-resolution camera, a 3-axis magnetometer and several temperature sensors.

The main mission is the high-speed transmission of pictures by microwave of 5.8 GHz and the demonstration experiment of low-light-level optical communication by the LED between FITSAT-1 and the ground.

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RAIKO

Tohoku University

University

Japan

2U

2012-07-21

Demonstration of new electronics or mechanism usable for 50-kg microsatellites, which are CMOS color sensor, CCD color sensor, CCD star sensor, and film deployment mechanism.

Wakayama University

TechEdSat (Technological and Educational Nanosatellite)

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1U

2012-07-21

TechEdSat demonstrates two new technologies: the first being the Space Plug-and-Play Architecture (SPA) by AAC Microtec, which has the goal of rapidly advancing, reconfigured Nanosatellite technologies based on miniaturized avionics components; and the second, which utilizes two different tracking and communication modules.

AAC Microtec, San Jose State University

We Wish

Meisei Electric

Company

Japan

1U

2012-07-21

Built by members of the Meisei Amateur Radio Club. Carried an infrared camera for environmental studies.

Tracking cargo containers over the open ocean with a 1-watt WiFi-like transceiver. This mission uses a custom-built deployable mesh antenna, and stretches the attitude control and power generation capabilities of the Colony I bus to its limits.

Northrop Grumman, Nowaworks group

AeroCube-4A

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1U

2012-09-13

Solar panel wings that close and open to tune the ballistic coefficient enabling efficient formation flying, three-axis attitude control to 1º absolute accuracy.

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AeroCube-4B

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1U

2012-09-13

Solar panel wings that close and open to tune the ballistic coefficient enabling efficient formation flying, three-axis attitude control to 1º absolute accuracy.

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AeroCube-4C

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1U

2012-09-13

Solar panel wings that close and open to tune the ballistic coefficient enabling efficient formation flying, three-axis attitude control to 1º absolute accuracy.

Space and Missile Systems Center/Development Planning Directorate

CINEMA (CubeSat for Ions, Neutrals, Electrons, & MAgnetic fields)

University of California

University

US

3U

2012-09-13

Stereo imaging of magnetospheric energetic neutral atom, multi-point measurements of suprathermal electrons and ions associated with auroral acceleration as well as electron microbursts, and complementary measurements of magnetic fields for particle data.

De-orbiting experiment using a thin-film deployable mechanism. The main goal is to identify whether the mechanism can feasibly become a practical solution for mitigating space debris on future small satellites.

The primary mission objective is the technical testing of miniaturized reaction wheels for attitude stabilization of a pico using a camera for Earth observation as an exemplary payload. The secondary mission objective is to embed the satellite operation in the courses of the subject area.

AstroFein Technik,

BEESAT-3

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

1U

2013-04-19

Primary objective is the practical training of students. Secondary mission objective is the verification of S-band transmitter HISPICO ( H ighly I ntegrated S band link for PICO and nano satellites) in orbit.

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Dove-2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2013-04-19

Build a low-cost imaging satellite with non-space, COTS components. Demonstrate the ability to design, produce and operate satellites on short schedules and low cost.

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OSSI-1

Open Source Satellite Initiative

Individual

South Korea

1U

2013-04-19

Open Source Satellite Initiative.

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Dove-1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2013-04-21

Build a low-cost imaging satellite with non-space, COTS components. Demonstrate the ability to design, produce and operate satellites on short schedules and low cost.

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PhoneSat 1.0a (Graham)

NASA Ames

Agency

US

1U

2013-04-21

Off-the-shelf commercial smartphone as the control system for the satellite and used a UHF radio beacon to transmit data and images to the ground. The technology objective was to demonstrate the application of consumer electronics as the basis of an extremely low-cost satellite bus.

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PhoneSat 1.0b (Bell)

NASA Ames

Agency

US

1U

2013-04-21

Off-the-shelf commercial smartphone as the control system for the satellite and used a UHF radio beacon to transmit data and images to the ground. The technology objective was to demonstrate the application of consumer electronics as the basis of an extremely low-cost satellite bus.

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PhoneSat 2.0a (Alexander)

NASA Ames

Agency

US

1U

2013-04-21

Alexander's mission includes charging its batteries, turning on its systems, and sending sensor data. Mission controllers may try to de-tumble the satellite and reduce its spinning rate to less than 5deg/sec using the magnetic torquers.

Survive the LEO space environment and transmit telemetry for at least a year. Transmit live video feed from orbit and On-Screen telemetry.

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TURKSAT-3USAT

ITU (Istanbul Technical University

University

Turkey

3U

2013-04-26

Build Turkey’s first communication CubeSat. The 3USAT includes many sensors and a camera for taking pictures, as well.

TURKSAT Inc, ITU, AMSATTR

ESTCube-1

University of Tartu

University

Estonia

1U

2013-05-07

Test the deployment of a 10 m tether, which is an integral part of the electric solar wind sail development. Take picture of the Earth and, if possible Estonia. The project will also be used to build Estonian infrastructure for future space projects and to educate space engineers.

Demonstrate on orbit precision three axis attitude control using a pyramidal configuration of control moment gyroscopes.

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TJ3sat

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

School

US

1U

2013-11-20

Provide educational resources to other K-12 education institutions to foster interest in aerospace through the successful design and flight of a CubeSat.

Orbital Sciences Corporation, Stensat LLC

Trailblazer (SPA-1 Trailblazer)

University of New Mexico

University

US

1U

2013-11-20

Proof-of-concept flight for an AFRL (Air Force Research Laboratory) sponsored bus design called SPA (Space Plug-and-play Architecture). The PnP (Plug-and-Play) type architecture is a capability that will allow for rapid development and delivery of satellite and defense systems.

Explore the technologies required for building a viable CubeSat device that can orbit and/or land on the moon. Test the navigation components to go to the Moon.

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KYSAT II (KySat-2)

Kentucky universities

University

US

1U

2013-11-20

The primary objective is proof of concept. Will demonstrate key technologies developed by University of Kentucky and Morehead University students. These include a distributed network computing architecture, power and radio systems, and a “stellar gyroscope” for attitude determination.

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Black Knight 1 (BK 1)

West Point Military Academy

University

US

1U

2013-11-20

Develop a low cost experimental spacecraft with experimental and operational significance. Educate future Army leaders on a wide range of space related topics in order to develop more "space savvy" junior leaders. Build a solid foundation for satelltie development at West Point in order to expand into more advanced spacecraft projects in the future.

Imaging mission: Flight-test the abilities of a commercially available compact uncooled microbolometer array to take infrared images of Earth’s oceans and atmosphere. Radiation mission: Improve the predictive performance modeling of radiation effects on small, modern space electronics devices by collecting radiation particle collision data from electronics monitoring experiments and relaying the data to the ground.

Educate undergraduate students and to provide hands-on experience in space system development. Take pictures of aurora (northern and southern lights) to observe the radiation dissipation intensity during the solar events, and to perform technology demonstration of boom deployment mechanism in space.

U.S. Naval Academy

Firefly

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

3U

2013-11-20

Investigate Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes (TGFs). How are TGFs produced? Current evidence suggests production deep in the atmosphere, near the tops of thunderclouds. Another possibility, which may occur at the same time, is high-altitude production in the 30-80 km altitude range.

Observe objects that are predicted to pass close to a valuable space asset based on conjunction analysis using the AFSPC (Air Force Space Command ) catalog. Refinement of orbital parameters of space objects to reduce uncertainty in position estimation and improve accuracy of conjunction analysis.

Boeing

NPS-SCAT (Naval Postgraduate School Solar Cell Array Tester)

Naval Postgraduate School

University

US

1U

2013-11-20

Solar Cell Measurement System (SMS), as its payload.

ORS Tech 1

John Hopkins University

University

US

3U

2013-11-20

Created a flexible and modular, Multi-Mission Nanosatellite (MMN) spacecraft architecture for low-cost execution of critical missions.

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ORS Tech 2

John Hopkins University

University

US

3U

2013-11-20

Created a flexible and modular, Multi-Mission Nanosatellite (MMN) spacecraft architecture for low-cost execution of critical missions.

Test the smartphone's capability as communication technology for nanosatellites and as hardware to manage pointing, taking images and software execution.

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Prometheus 1-1

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology.

US Department of Defense

Prometheus 1-2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology. Tested for their ability to transmit audio, video and data from remote field units to ground stations using over-the-horizon SATCOM.

US Department of Defense

Prometheus 1-3

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology.

US Department of Defense

Prometheus 1-4

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology.

US Department of Defense

Prometheus 1-5

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology.

US Department of Defense

Prometheus 1-6

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Military

US

1.5U

2013-11-20

Dual objective of evaluating new low-cost development and operations methodologies while also assessing the operational utility that can be provided with CubeSat technology.

US Department of Defense

$50Sat (50-Dollarsat, Eagle 2)

Morehead State University

University

US

PocketQube 1.5p

2013-11-21

Demonstrate that very low cost satellites are viable in low Earth orbit. The low build cost of $50SAT (less than $250 in parts) means that Engineering models are readily affordable by schools and colleges.

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BRITE-PL-1

The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences

Institute

Poland

6 kg

2013-11-21

Investigation of the brightness oscillations of massive luminous stars by differential photometry.

The Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences, University of Toronto Space Flight Laboratory

CINEMA 2 (TRIO 2, KHUSAT 1)

Kyung Hee University

University

South Korea

3U

2013-11-21

Stereo imaging of magnetospheric energetic neutral atom, multi-point measurements of suprathermal electrons and ions associated with auroral acceleration as well as electron microbursts, and complementary measurements of magnetic fields for particle data.

UC Berkeley, Imperial College London

CINEMA 3 (TRIO 3, KHUSAT 2)

Kyung Hee University

University

South Korea

3U

2013-11-21

Stereo imaging of magnetospheric energetic neutral atom, multi-point measurements of suprathermal electrons and ions associated with auroral acceleration as well as electron microbursts, and complementary measurements of magnetic fields for particle data.

UC Berkeley, Kyung Hee University and Imperial College London

CubeBug-2 (Manolito)

Satellogic

Company

Argentina

2U

2013-11-21

Open Nano-Satellite platform, first technology demonstration satellite. As payload on this first mission, some custom designed components will be tested: an ARM based on-board computer, a nano-reaction wheel with its driver circuit and a low resolution camera to image stars, all based on COTS components.

Perform research and experimentation in space related to Software Defined Radio (SDR) with emphasis on receiving ADS-B signal from commercial aircraft over oceanic areas. As a secondary payload the satellite flies a NanoCam C1U colour camera for Earth observation experimentation.

Create a satellite platform for future scientific missions as well as increase the interest for science and space technology in Norway.

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HumSat-D

University of Vigo

University

Spain

1U

2013-11-21

Satellite-based system for connecting a set of users with a network of worldwide distributed sensors which they have previously deployed. Educational objectives such as: provide hands-on-project experience on a space project to engineering/science students, promote international cooperation among universities about space technology, transfer technology to universities from developing countries.

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ICUBE-1

Islamabad Institute of Science and Technology

Institute

Pakistan

1U

2013-11-21

Provide students the skills and experiences required to build pico and nano satellites. The primary mission objective of ICUBE is to design, develop, integrate and launch picosatellite standard CubeSat. The secondary objectives are the communication, in-orbit operation and collection of the payload data.

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MOVE (First-MOVE, Munich Orbital Verification Experiment)

Technical University of München

University

Germany

1U

2013-11-21

Test triple junction GaAs / Ge Solar Cells (EADS Astrium).

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NEE-02 Krysaor

Ecuadorian Space Agency

Agency

Ecuador

1U

2013-11-21

Serving education and also acting as orbital sentinels watching for possible threats from small NEOs in last phase of atmospheric entry and helping to catalog orbital debris.

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OPTOS (Optical Nanosatellite)

National Institute of Aerospace Technology

Agency

Spain

3U

2013-11-21

Demonstrate new technologies.

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PUCP-Pocket

Pontifical Catholic University of Peru

University

Peru

0.127 kg

2013-11-21

Transmit temperature measurements.

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PUCPSat-1

Pontifical Catholic University of Peru

University

Peru

1U

2013-11-21

Deploy PUCP-Pocket and test ADCS system with custom micro wheels and research thermal design for future satellites.

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QubeScout 1

Maryland State University

University

US

PocketQube 2.5p

2013-11-21

Test a micro sun-sensor that can be used to find and point instruments toward the sun

T-LogoQube is measuring the Earth's magnetic field in order to determine the satellite's pointing direction.

Morehead State University

Triton-1

ISIS

Company

Netherlands

3U

2013-11-21

Test a highly innovative payload for ocean traffic monitoring developed by ISIS, AIS receiver, which is major step towards realizing a commercial constellation that will provide global shipping information to customers worldwide.

Gomspace, Clyde Space, Royal Dirkzwager

UWE-3

University of Würzburg

University

Germany

1U

2013-11-21

Demonstrate the use of a real-time miniature attitude determination and control system on-board the satellite, using a variety of sensors, magnetic torques and one reaction wheel. An advanced modular and flexible architecture of the pico-satellite bus, in order to increase robustness, reduce mass and add reliability to the overall system.

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VELOX-P2

Nanyang Technological University

University

Singapore

1U

2013-11-21

Train engineers to support the Singapore space industry. Technology demonstration platform and a design validation for NTU future satellite missions. The mission objective is to qualify several in-house built hardware and software components, such as the fault tolerant power system, attitude determination & control algorithms, fine sun sensor, solar panel.

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WNISAT 1 (Weather News Inc. Satellite 1)

Weather News Inc.

Company

Japan

10 kg

2013-11-21

Observation of sea ice in the Arctic waters. Monitoring of the Northern sea routes and of the CO2 content of the atmosphere.

Axelspace

Wren

STADOKO UG

Company

Germany

PocketQube 1p

2013-11-21

Crowd-funded femto-satellite by start-up company STADOKO to test miniaturized thrusters, 3-axis control and a new image based navigation system. It is equipped with a camera system to take pictures of the Earth, Sun and Deep Space. In addition to the conventional gyro- and magnetic field attitude sensors, those three components will constitute an adaptive feedback guidance system.

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AeroCube-5A

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1.5U

2013-12-06

Demonstrate new technologies for pointing and tracking between two identical CubeSats and to demonstrate a deorbit device.

NRO

AeroCube-5B

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1.5U

2013-12-06

Demonstrate new technologies for pointing and tracking between two identical CubeSats and to demonstrate a deorbit device.

NRO

ALICE (AFIT LEO iMESA CNT Experiment)

Air Force Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2013-12-06

The satellite carries the iMESA (Integrated Miniaturized Electrostatic Analyzer) and the CNT (Carbon Nano-Tube) experiments. The carbon nanotube array on ALICE represents a significant enhancement in small satellite propulsion.

NRO, Georgia Tech

CUNYSAT 1

City University of New York (CUNY)

University

US

1U

2013-12-06

Design, assemble and test a basic pathfinder with mostly commericial-off-the-shelf components, 2: provide workforce experiences for undergraduate students and 3. to build capacity for faculty research. Gather information on battery and solar cell efficiencies as well as satellite spin.

Medgar Evers College, City College of New York, the College of Staten Island, Queensborough Community College and Brooklyn College

Flight evaluation of a NASA JPL image processing FPGA called COVE. Our spacecraft provides pictures of Earth for processing, power, and data handling. M-Cubed2 is a re-flight of the COVE experiment with updated avionics after the original M-Cubed accidentally docked with another cubesat shortly after launch, losing the ability to transmit in the process.

NASA Earth Science Technology Office

SMDC-ONE 3.1 (Charlie)

Space & Missile Defense Command

Military

US

3U

2013-12-06

Demonstrate the ability to rapidly design and develop militarily relevant low cost spacecraft. Receive packetized data from multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Transmit that data to ground stations within the SMDC-ONE ground track. Provide real time voice and text message data relay to and from field deployed tactical radio systems. Demonstrate SMDC-ONE operational life time of 12 months or longer.

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SMDC-ONE 3.2 (David)

Space & Missile Defense Command

Military

US

3U

2013-12-06

Demonstrate the ability to rapidly design and develop militarily relevant low cost spacecraft. Receive packetized data from multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Transmit that data to ground stations within the SMDC-ONE ground track. Provide real time voice and text message data relay to and from field deployed tactical radio systems. Demonstrate SMDC-ONE operational life time of 12 months or longer.

Scientific platform for the future scientific experiments with piezo motors in space.

Lithuanian Space Federation, Space Science and Technology Institute

LituanicaSAT-1

Kaunas University of Technology

University

Lithuania

1U

2014-01-09

Launch into Earth orbit satellite, the first Lithuanian. Perform the first Lithuanian space exploration. Lithuanian designed to test space technology. Space to test alternative energy sources. Create new business opportunities. Organizing Lithuanians scientists from around the world. Capture the first Lithuanian pictures from space.

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SkyCube

Southern Stars Group, LLC

Company

US

1U

2014-01-09

Crowdfunded on Kickstarter. Has camera and tweets names from space.

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UAPSAT-1

Alas Peruanas University

University

Peru

1U

2014-01-09

Studies meteorological phenomena from space. The picosatellite was designed and programmed at the university, serving educational and research efforts in Peru. The investigation verifies the students' design methods and tests various electronics, orientation and stabilization instruments, and temperature sensing instruments designed to measure meteorological impacts on Earth.

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ArduSat 2

Spire (Nanosatisfi)

Company

US

2U

2014-01-09

Mission is to provide a platform on which students and DIY space enthusiasts may design and run their own space-based Arduino experiments. Improved version of ArduSat 1.

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Flock-1 Dove-1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-1 Dove-10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-15

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-16

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-17

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-18

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-19

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-20

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-21

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-22

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1 Dove-23

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-1 Dove-24

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-01-09

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Chasqui-I

Peru National University of Engineering

University

Peru

1U

2014-02-05

Improving UNI's capacities in satellite technology through the design, analysis, assembly, integration, test, launch and operation of a CubeSat technology nanosatellite. The Chasqui I satellite will take pictures of the Earth and transmit them to the ground station.

Art use of satellite data (telemetry). Platform for implementation of satellite data utilization. Production of interactive works and media satellite. Expansion of outreach through work of art.

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ITF-1 (YUI, Imagine The Future-1, IFT)

University of Tsukuba

University

Japan

1U

2014-02-27

Construction of networks using small satellite. Demonstration in outer space of new microcomputer. Demonstration of ultra-compact antenna.

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KSAT2 (Hayato)

Kagoshima University

University

Japan

1U

2014-02-27

Study on Forcast of Localied Downpour and Tornado. In-orbit experiments of an original observation method of atmospheric water vapor. Take Earth Live Images from Space. Ku-band high-speed data transmission, one shot / a few seconds.Messages of Encourgement from Space to Japan. Hand-lettered messages and heart warm pictures, especially from children responsible for the future.

Electro Dynamic Tether (EDT) deployment by gravity gradient. EDT is deployed by initial velocity applied by the deployment springs, after stabilization of MS and DS attitude under the docking condition. And then, whole systemcan be stabilized by gravity gradient. Electrical current gathered by EDT. Electrons in space plasma are gathered by EDT which is a bare tether, and they are emitted from DS. As a result, electrical current is passed through EDT.

Create a reproducible modular bus. Capable enough to be used for a variety of small research and technology based based payloads. Built within six months of request after initial delivery in Spring 2012.

Lockheed Martin, Colorado Space Grant Consortium

KickSat

Cornell University

University

US

3U

2014-04-18

Carry and deploy 200 Sprites. A 1U avionics bus will provide power, communications, and command and data handling functions. A 2U deployer has been developed to house the Sprites. 104 Sprites will be stacked atop a spring-loaded pusher and secured by a nichrome burn wire system.

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PhoneSat-2.5

NASA Ames

Agency

US

1U

2014-04-18

Active attitude determination and control system utilizing reaction wheels to provide three-axis control and precise pointing capability. This will serve as a demonstration to determine whether small satellites could be used to carry scientific instruments that require precise pointing to fulfill their function. Equipped with a higher-gain S-Band antenna, which serves as a pathfinder for future NASA missions, including the EDSN mission.

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SporeSat

NASA Ames, Purdue University, Santa Clara University

University

US

3U

2014-04-18

The primary goal of the SporeSat Project is to utilize an autonomous, free-flying spacecraft to conduct scientific experiments to gain a deeper knowledge of the mechanism of plant cell gravity sensing. The project’s approach allows for realtime measurement of calcium signaling and maintenance of variable gravity treatments during the flight experiment. Technical objectives focus on refining current lab-on-a-chip sensor system in the development of a new CEL-C Advanced bioCD designed for the micro-satellite platform.

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TSAT (TSat3, Testsat-Lite, Taylor Satellite)

Taylor University

University

US

2U

2014-04-18

Validating and characterizing the commercial Globalstar link capacity and coverage. Making new low-altitude ELEO measurements. Making plasma density measurements using a Langmuir Probe and educating future workforce in STEM fields.

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SPROUT

Nihon University

University

Japan

6.7 kg

2014-05-24

Verification of design methods and the space demonstration of deploying of the inflatable membrane structurre. Demonstration of the attitude determination and control technology of nano-satellite. Prediction of orbit descent rate change by the inflatable membrane structure. Operation of satellite by a ham radio operator.

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AeroCube-6A

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

0.5U

2014-06-19

Number of system upgrades, including a continuously operated, spin-stabilized attitude control system as well as the space-saving consolidation of the spacecraft’s master flight computer, GPS system, and radio onto a single circuit board. A secondary payload of novel solar cells will also be characterized.

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AeroCube-6B

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

0.5U

2014-06-19

Number of system upgrades, including a continuously operated, spin-stabilized attitude control system as well as the space-saving consolidation of the spacecraft’s master flight computer, GPS system, and radio onto a single circuit board. A secondary payload of novel solar cells will also be characterized.

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Antelsat

University of the Republic

University

Uruguay

2U

2014-06-19

Open source satellite to encourage students, engineers and technicians, to learn and develop space technology.

Antel (Administración Nacional de Telecomunicaciones)

BRITE-CA 1 (BRITE-Montreal, CanX-3E)

Canadian Space Agency (CSA)

Agency

Canada

10 kg

2014-06-19

Investigation of the brightness oscillations of massive luminous stars by differential photometry. The scientific instrument is an optical camera with a high-resolution CCD to take images from distant stars with magnitude of 3.5.

University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies

BRITE-CA 2 (BRITE-Toronto, CanX-3F)

Canadian Space Agency (CSA)

Agency

Canada

10 kg

2014-06-19

Investigation of the brightness oscillations of massive luminous stars by differential photometry. The scientific instrument is an optical camera with a high-resolution CCD to take images from distant stars with magnitude of 3.5.

University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies

DTUSat-2

Technical University of Denmark

University

Denmark

1U

2014-06-19

Satellite-based radio-tracking system capable of locating small birds with intercontinental migrations anywhere along the route. The system will use a receiver mounted on the satellite DTUsat for tracking small radio-transmitters mounted on birds, henceforth referred to as bird transmitters.

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Duchifat-1

Herzliya Science Centre

School

Israel

1U

2014-06-19

Transmit real-time information via radioamateur packets from a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) using the Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS) protocol. Will allow remote traveler's to access the satellite for worldwide position/status reporting and messaging even in the case of using simple handheld or mobile radios with Omni-directional whip antennas. Distant travelers, boats at sea, and stations in many parts of the world are presently unable to use the APRS system when on distant trips.

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Flock-1c Dove-1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-1c Dove-10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1c Dove-9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Lemur-1

Spire (Nanosatisfi)

Company

US

3U

2014-06-19

Technology demonstration of several science payloads hosted by a 3U CubeSat. In addition to technology demonstration, LEMUR-1 carries two Earth-observation payloads. Its primary Earth-observation payload is an electro-optical imaging system, operating in the visible band with a ground resolution of approximately 5m. Its secondary payload is a low-resolution IR imaging system, with an approximate ground resolution of 1km.

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PACE (Platform for Attitude Control Experiments)

National Cheng Kung University

University

Taiwan

2U

2014-06-19

Conduct attitude control experiments. Several types of attitude sensors and actuators are integrated in the satellite in order to allow the in-orbit evaluation of different attitude determination and control strategies.

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Perseus-M 1

Dauria / Canopus / Aquila Space

Company

Russia

6U

2014-06-19

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Canopus Systems US

Perseus-M 2

Dauria / Canopus / Aquila Space

Company

Russia

6U

2014-06-19

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Canopus Systems US

PolyITAN-1

National Technical University of Ukraine

University

Ukraine

1U

2014-06-19

Training of specialists for space engineering, Development of a small-size platform for space exploration. Refining new design and technology solutions. Establishment of a training laboratory at the university for the control and data acquisition and processing system of small satellites. Establishment of the facilities on ground for the environmental testing of satellites, including thermal vacuum tests.

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POPSAT-HIP 1

Microspace Rapid Pte Ltd.

Company

Singapore

3U

2014-06-19

Demonstrate the functionality of a high resolution optical payload and attitude control propulsion system on a Cubesat Class Nano-satellite.

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QB50P1

Von Karman Institute

Institute

Belgium

2U

2014-06-19

Test key subsystems of QB50.

ISIS

QB50P2

Von Karman Institute

Institute

Belgium

2U

2014-06-19

Test key subsystems of QB50.

ISIS

Tigrisat

School of Aerospace Engineering of Rome

University

Italy, Iraq

3U

2014-06-19

Detect dust storms over Iraq. The 3U cubesat features a RGB camera with a new scripted algorithm for dust detection. It has a deployable VHF/UHF antenna for telemetry telecommand and beacon and a S-Band antenna. Embedded magnetic coils inside solar panels provide attitude control to enable nadir pointing. Tigrisat transmits images to two ground stations, one located in Rome and another in Baghdad.

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NANOSATC-BR1 (NCBR-1)

National Institute of Space Research

Institute

Brazil

1U

2014-06-19

Monitor real time the space weather and atmosphere anomalies over the Brazilian territory, such as the Geomagnetic field disturbs and its effects on the region knows as the South Atlantic Magnetic Anomaly (SAMA)

Brazilian National Institute of Space Research (INPE/MCTI), Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM)

CanX-4

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

7 kg

2014-06-30

Primary mission is the demonstration of on-orbit formation flying. In this context, formation flying is defined as two or more satellites controlling their position and orientation with respect to one another to achieve a predefined configuration necessary for coordinated operations.

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CanX-5

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

7 kg

2014-06-30

Primary mission is the demonstration of on-orbit formation flying. In this context, formation flying is defined as two or more satellites controlling their position and orientation with respect to one another to achieve a predefined configuration necessary for coordinated operations.

-

VELOX PIII

Nanyang Technological University

University

Singapore

0.193 kg

2014-06-30

Picosatellite for intersatellite communication experiment.

-

VELOX-I N-Sat

Nanyang Technological University

University

Singapore

3U

2014-06-30

To launch the first Singapore’s nanosatellite VELOX-I, which is designed, built, and operated by students from different schools in the College of Engineering, NTU. To acquire images of Earth and transmit them back to ground station. A narrow angle camera with tele-optics is used to provide high-resolution images of Earth from LEO. To carry out experiments relevant to technology demonstration.Payloads include: a vision system, a dual-FOV sun sensor. To piggyback launch a picosatellite (VELOX-PIII) for intersatellite communication experiment.

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AISSat-2

Norwegian Space Centre

Agency

Norway

6 kg

2014-07-08

Identical to AISSat-1 and incorporates all the improvements made to AISSat-1 following its launch. Given the great success of AISSat-1, the development of AISSat-2 implies that SFL’s nanosatellite solution has become ideal for operational monitoring and tracking of ships in Norwegian territorial waters.

Demonstrate new UK space technology. Demonstrate the capability of useful science to be performed within a CubeSat sized spacecraft. Demonstrate industry and university based training in spacecraft development. Demonstrate education and outreach in STEM subjects. Demonstrate Payload Kick-Off to flight qualified spacecraft in less than 12 months.

Show that the Globalstar satellite network is a feasible option for the command and control of a small satellite system.

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Lambdasat

San Jose State University

University

US

3U

2014-07-13

Technology for two-way communication with the ground systems for operations. It carries a new science experiment which measures the radiation effects on the graphene material in real environment in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Another technology that carries is an AIS receiver for tracking all the vessels inside its footprint around the globe. The communication consist of an Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) modem and makes use of the Iridium constellation.

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MicroMAS-1

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2014-07-13

Passive microwave spectrometer operating near the 118.75-GHz oxygen absorption line to observe convective thunderstorms,tropical cyclones, and hurricanes from a near-equatorial orbit at approximately 500-km altitude.

-

TechEdSat-4

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

3U

2014-07-13

Investigate technology to return small samples to Earth from the space station. TechEdSat-4 will deploy using the NanoRacks services. Its primary objectives are to further develop a tension-based drag device, called exo-brake, and demonstrate frequent uplink/downlink control capabilities.

University of Idaho, San Jose State University

Flock-1b Dove-1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-07-13

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1b Dove-10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-07-13

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1b Dove-11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-07-13

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

BRITE-PL-2

The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences

Institute

Poland

6 kg

2014-08-19

Investigation of the brightness oscillations of massive luminous stars by differential photometry. The scientific instrument is an optical camera with a high-resolution CCD to take images from distant stars with magnitude of 3.5.

The Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences, University of Toronto Space Flight Laboratory

Arkyd 3

Planetary Resources

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Technology demonstration nanosatellite based on the triple CubeSat form factor for the planned Arkyd-100 astronomy satellites but no optical payload.

-

Flock-1d Dove-1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-15

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-16

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-17

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-18

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-19

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-20

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-21

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-22

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-23

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-24

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-25

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-26

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d Dove-9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2014-10-28

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

GOMX-2

GomSpace

Company

Denmark

2U

2014-10-28

A 2U CubeSat intended to test a de-orbit system designed by Aalborg University. Also flying a optical communications experiment from the National University of Singapore. The mission will also flight qualify a new highspeed UHF transceiver and SDR receiver from a new generation Aalborg University team.

Spaceborne validation of a 183 GHz radiometer, utilizing an indium phosphide low noise amplifier front-end, to measure water vapor emission from the Earth’s atmosphere. To advance the technology of the 35 nm indium phosphide (InP) receiver subsystem of the radiometer instrument. To advance the technology of a 183 GHz water vapor radiometer CubeSat system. To reduce the risk for future users of the technology. To enhance the hands-on training for the RACE project team members within the Phaeton Program platform. To explore possibilities for smaller missions with distributed risks.

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory,

Flock-1d' 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-01-10

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1d' 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-01-10

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

AESP-14

Technological Institute of Aeronautics

University

Brazil

1U

2015-01-10

Main task is to develop a CubeSat that meets a specific scientific mission to be defined based on INPE’s research scientists’ needs. The technological mission consists on the multi-mission national CubeSat platform validation. The scientific mission is to obtain scientific parameters from the ionized atmosphere in a low orbit, with emphasis on the plasma bubbles study.

University of New Hampshire, Los Alamos National Laboratory, The Aerospace Corporation, National Science Foundation

GRIFEX (GEO-CAPE ROIC In-Flight Performance Experiment)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2015-01-31

Validate detector technology for the Panchromatic Fourier Transform Spectrometer (PanFTS) which is an imaging FTS designed to operate in Geostationary orbit. GRIFEX will provide an on-orbit verification of a high performance focal plane array (FPA) consisting of an innovative in-pixel analog-to-digital (ADC) readout integrated circuit (ROIC) hybridized to a silicon detector array.

NASA Earth Science Technology Office, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Flock-1e 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-1e 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Arkyd 3 reflight

Planetary Resources

Company

US

3U

2015-04-14

Technology demonstration nanosatellite based on the triple CubeSat form factor for the planned Arkyd-100 astronomy satellites but no optical payload.

-

Centennial-1

Booz Allen Hamilton

Company

US

1U

2015-04-14

Developed during Booz Allen’s one hundredth year as a corporation, the “Centennial-1” cubesat is an internal company technology demonstration experiment to test a small optical sensor package including small photodetectors and a small camera as payload on a 1U cubesat. Staff engineers and college interns are designing and building Centennial-1

Primary objectives are to integrate a miniature size propulsion system into a 1.5U CubeSat and perform three maneuvers in space: de-tumbling, pointing control, and delta-V. Secondary objective is to expand APRS network.

Demonstrate the deployment of a 32 m2 solar sail from a 3-unit CubeSat platform. Following deployment from the launch vehicle, LightSail-A will power on engineering subsystems, and a system checkout will be performed.

Two way communications transponder for relaying remote telemetry, sensor and user data from remote environmental experiments or other data sources back to experimenters via a global network of internet linked volunteer ground stations.

Aerospace Corp, Office of Naval Research of the US Navy

USS Langley (Unix Space Server)

US Naval Academy

University

US

3U

2015-05-20

Fly the Unix-Space-Server (USS) to experiment with using a server in space of Amateur Experimentation and the second mission is to continue the PSK-31 multi-user transponder experiments.

Detect UV emission from a meteor by PMT, which is used as a trigger of a camera (minimum success). Take an image of meteor by a camera to estimate the meteoroid size from brightness (minimum success). Obtain the flux (i. e., size distribution) of meteors (full success). Estimate the compositions of meteors quantitatively from emission from species, such as sulfur (optional).

Tohoku University

Flock-2b 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2b 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2b 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2b 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2b 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2b 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-08-19

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

GOMX-3

GomSpace

Company

Denmark

3U

2015-08-19

Part of the outreach programme for the visit of the Danish astronaut Andreas Mogensen, to the ISS A number of outreach activities are being planned that will involve schools, radio amateur societies and social media both during the astronaut mission and continuing with the CubeSat mission.

ESA, Danish Ministry of Science and Education, House of Natural Sciences

AAUSAT5

Aalborg University

University

Denmark

1U

2015-08-19

Monitor ship traffic, especially around Greenland, using a new and improved AIS receiver.

Transponder to test VHF and S-band communications for store and forward messaging,a UHF transponder fully compatible with the HUMSAT store and forward messaging system and pulsed plasma thruster (PPT) built by Mars Space Ltd. and Clyde Space.

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XC 3 (Xingchen 3)

National University of Defense Technology (NUDT)

University

China

100 g

2015-09-19

Test out inter-satellite communication techniques.

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

ZJ 1 (Zijing 1)

Tsinghua University

University

China

0.234 kg

2015-09-19

Evaluate micro CMOS cameras and MEMS magnetometers, as well as formation flying on tethers with KJSY 1 and inter-satellite communications.

Education, amateur radio communication and technology demonstration. Provides hands-on experience for students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to build flight hardware for a space mission.

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XW-2B (CAS 3B, Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

Non-profit

China

10 kg

2015-09-19

Atmospheric physics experiments and amateur radio missions.

DFH Satellite Co. Ltd

XW-2C (CAS 3C, Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

Non-profit

China

10 kg

2015-09-19

Atmospheric physics experiments and amateur radio missions.

DFH Satellite Co. Ltd

XW-2D (CAS 3D, Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

Non-profit

China

10 kg

2015-09-19

Atmospheric physics experiments and amateur radio missions.

DFH Satellite Co. Ltd

XW-2E (CAS 3E, Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

Non-profit

China

1.5 kg

2015-09-19

Amateur radio missions.

DFH Satellite Co. Ltd

XW-2F (CAS 3F, Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

Non-profit

China

1.5 kg

2015-09-19

Amateur radio missions.

DFH Satellite Co. Ltd

DCBB, CAS 3G (Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite)

Shenzhen Aerospace Dongfanghong HIT Satellite Ltd

Company

China

2U

2015-09-19

Amateur radio missions.

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

NUDT-PhoneSat (CAS 3I, Kaituo 1B)

National University of Defense Technology

University

China

1U

2015-09-19

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CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

XC 1 (Xingchen 1)

National University of Defense Technology (NUDT)

University

China

100 g

2015-09-19

Test out inter-satellite communication techniques.

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

XC 2 (Xingchen 2)

National University of Defense Technology (NUDT)

University

China

100 g

2015-09-19

Test out inter-satellite communication techniques.

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

XC 4 (Xingchen 4)

National University of Defense Technology (NUDT)

University

China

100 g

2015-09-19

Test out inter-satellite communication techniques.

CAMSAT (AMSAT China)

TW-1A (STU-2, Shankeda 2, Tianwang-1A, Sat-A, SECM-1)

Shanghai Engineering Centre for Microsatellites (SECM)

Institute

China

3U

2015-09-25

GAMALINK, which is an S-band inter-satellite communication module, a novel dual band GPS/BD receiver, an AIS receiver, and an ADS-B receiver, all being designed based on SDR technologies. Also a novel cold-gas micro propulsion module based on MEMS technology will be used for orbit and constellation control. TW-1 project consists of three CubeSats carrying different payloads and instruments with one 3U CubeSat and two 2U CubeSats, forming an along-trace satellite network and/or constellation.

GAMALINK, which is an S-band inter-satellite communication module, a novel dual band GPS/BD receiver, an AIS receiver, and an ADS-B receiver, all being designed based on SDR technologies. Also a novel cold-gas micro propulsion module based on MEMS technology will be used for orbit and constellation control. TW-1 project consists of three CubeSats carrying different payloads and instruments with one 3U CubeSat and two 2U CubeSats, forming an along-trace satellite network and/or constellation.

GOMSpace, Nano Space, Tekever Space

TW-1C (STU-2, NJFA , Tianwang-1C, Sat-C, SECM-1)

Shanghai Engineering Centre for Microsatellites

Institute

China

2U

2015-09-25

GAMALINK, which is an S-band inter-satellite communication module, a novel dual band GPS/BD receiver, an AIS receiver, and an ADS-B receiver, all being designed based on SDR technologies. Also a novel cold-gas micro propulsion module based on MEMS technology will be used for orbit and constellation control. TW-1 project consists of three CubeSats carrying different payloads and instruments with one 3U CubeSat and two 2U CubeSats, forming an along-trace satellite network and/or constellation.

GOMSpace, Nano Space, Tekever

Lemur-2 4 Chris

Spire

Company

US

3U

2015-09-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 3 Jeroen

Spire

Company

US

3U

2015-09-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 2 Peter

Spire

Company

US

3U

2015-09-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 1 Joel

Spire

Company

US

3U

2015-09-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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exactView-9

exactEarth Inc

Company

Canada

5.5 kg

2015-09-28

Next generation Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver for high ship-detection rates, and a high speed downlink transmitter for high data volume transfers. The satellite is designed to operate in a low inclination orbit to service some of the more remote and not-as-well covered areas of Earth.

The objective of the LMRST payload is to provide a far-field source for calibration of the DSN (Deep Space Network) X-band

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

ARC-1 (Alaska Research CubeSat)

University of Alaska

University

US

1U

2015-10-08

Provide authentic, interdisciplinary, hands-on student experiences in science and engineering through the design, development, and operation of a student small satellite mission. Characterize the thermal and vibration environment inside the launch vehicle from ignition to orbit insertion. Validate a novel low power Attitude Control and Determination System (ACDS). Validate a high bandwidth communication system by obtaining images of changing snow/ice coverage in arctic regions.

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AeroCube-5C

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

1.5U

2015-10-08

Demonstrate new technologies for pointing and tracking between two identical CubeSats and to demonstrate a deorbit device.

The primary purpose of the SKC CubeSat mission is educational, but also has a science objective of using broad-band visible light orbital imagery to study atmospheric aerosols, cloud formation, and various hydrologic processes.

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Fox-1A

The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT)

Non-profit

US

1U

2015-10-08

Fox-1 will be an easy-to-operate, FM transponder satellite, one with very similar operating characteristics to those of AMSAT OSCAR-51. The project will introduce the concept of designed-in, partial-failure operation. The satellite will be specifically designed so that when the battery fails, the transponder can continue to operate when the satellite is in sunlight.

The CubeSats are performing dual frequency ionospheric calibration measurements of ionospheric electron density and irregularities. They performing measurements of total electron content by differential group delay, of plasma irregularities by amplitude and phase scintillations and detection of artificial ionization and irregularities generated by the HAARP, Arecibo and Sura high frequency facilities.

The CubeSats are performing dual frequency ionospheric calibration measurements of ionospheric electron density and irregularities. They performing measurements of total electron content by differential group delay, of plasma irregularities by amplitude and phase scintillations and detection of artificial ionization and irregularities generated by the HAARP, Arecibo and Sura high frequency facilities.

Demonstrate optical communications from a CubeSat to a 30 cm diameter ground station from LEO at a rate of at least 5 Mbps. Demonstrate tracking of a nearby spacecraft using a commercial COTS automotive anti-collision radar sensor and an inexpensive optical mouse sensor.

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Argus (SLU-02)

Saint Louis University

University

US

2U

2015-11-04

Mission is to improve the ability to model the effects of space radiation on modern electronics. We will do this by comparing the rates of on-orbit radiation events against the predictive models developed by Institute for Defense and Space Electronics (ISDE) at Vanderbilt University.

Vanderbilt University

EDSN 1 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 2 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 3 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 4 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 5 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 6 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 7 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

EDSN 8 (Edison Demonstration of Smallsat Networks)

NASA/ Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-11-04

Develop technology to send multiple, advanced, yet affordable nanosatellites into space with cross-link communications. Other goals of the mission include lowering the cost and shortening the development time for future small spacecraft.

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Montana State University in Bozeman, which is providing the radiation sensors under contract to NASA, and Santa Clara University, California, which is providing the ground tracking station and operations.

PrintSat

Montana State University

University

US

1U

2015-11-04

Measure and report on the characteristics of the Windform XT2.0 printed material and plating during its mission life in order to verify the utility of additive manufacturing for spacecraft structures and mechanisms. The entire structure of the small satellite will be printed with nano-carbon-impregnated plastic using a 3D printer.

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SUPERNOVA-BETA (TechSat I)

Pumpkin

Company

US

6U

2015-11-04

Test flight of multiple subsystems on the SUPERNOVA 6U bus developed by Pumpkin, Inc, including structure, EPS, GPS, ADACS, CDH, and imagers.

Transparent Sky, Southern Stars

STACEM

Utah State University Research Foundation Space Dynamics Laboratory

Institute

US

3U

2015-11-04

The mission is to conduct a spaceborne optical experiment to collect imagery, both visible/near infrared and hyperspectral, of earth scenes for environmental analysis and monitoring.

NRO

Nodes K (NODes 1, Nodes 1, Nodes A)

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-12-06

Nodes is a technology demonstration of a pair of lowcost 1.5U CubeSats in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with advanced cross-link and downlink communications capability, suitable as a platform for Space Weather or other science applications requiring geographically distributed, synchronized data acquisition.

Montana State University, Santa Clara University

Nodes J (Nodes B, Nodes 2)

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1.5U

2015-12-06

Nodes is a technology demonstration of a pair of lowcost 1.5U CubeSats in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with advanced cross-link and downlink communications capability, suitable as a platform for Space Weather or other science applications requiring geographically distributed, synchronized data acquisition.

Montana State University, Santa Clara University

MinXSS (Miniature X-ray Solar Spectrometer CubeSat)

University of Colorado at Boulder

University

US

3U

2015-12-06

The importance of the MinXSS mission is providing new spectral obser-vations of the solar SXR near the maximum of solar cycle 24, improving the understanding of how highly variable solar X-rays affect the ITM, and advancing the knowledge of flare energetics in the SXR.

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Flock-2e 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2015-12-06

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

STMSat-1 (STM CubeSat, St. Thomas More Cathedral School)

St. Thomas More Cathedral School

School

US

1U

2015-12-06

Perform Earth Observation and engage grade school students around the World as remote mission operation centers.

Demonstrating Autonomous Rendezvous and Docking (ARD) technology for use on cost effective, low power microsatellite infrastructures. demonstrate a state-of-the-art CubeSat attitude determination and control (ADC) suite that will be necessary to conduct ARD.

Texas A&M University

SNAPS (Stanford Nano Picture Satellite)

Stanford University

University

US

0.25U

2015-12-06 ?

Image other CubeSats autonomously using H264 compression. Xreate a reference design for an inspector satellite that others can build off of and a reference process where university students can launch productive CubeSats with the highest chance of success.

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VELOX-II

Nanyang Technological University

University

Singapore

6U

2015-12-16

Experimental satellite-based communication hardware developed by Addvalue Innovation Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Singapore Exchange mainboard listed Addvalue Technologies Ltd. This unique payload transmits data it collects to a Inmarsat geostationary communications satellite. If proven successful in space, the payload will allow the VELOX-II to send data back to the NTU ground station from anywhere even if the satellite is not flying above Singapore, as is presently the case.

Addvalue Innovation (AVI)

Athenoxat-1

Microspace Rapid Pte Ltd.

Company

Italy

3U

2015-12-16

Demonstrate the functionality of night vision optical payload on a Cubesat Class Nanosatellite.

-

Galassia

National University of Singapore

University

Singapore

2U

2015-12-16

Main objective is for students to understand space technologies and to gain practical experiences while building, integrating and testing 2U CubeSat bus and payloads.

DSO National Laboratories

HORYU-4

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

10 kg

2016-02-17

Horyu-4 is testing an experimental high-voltage solar array system and observing corresponding spacecraft charging effects on the satellite caused by the high voltage.

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Flock-2e' 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 5 Theresacondor

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-2e' 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 15

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 6 Kane

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 10 Drmuzz

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-2e' 16

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 17

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 18

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2e' 19

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 7 Nick-Allain

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-2e' 20

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 8 Jeff

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 9 Cubecheese

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 11 Bridgeman

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 12 Nate

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 13 Beccadewey

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-03-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Tomsk-TPU 120 (Tomsk-TPU-120)

Tomsk Polytechnic University

University

Russia

3U

2016-03-31

Test new space materials technology and will be the world’s first space vehicle with a 3D-printed structure.Tomsk Polytechnic University celebrates its 120th anniversary. As part of the celebrations on May 10-11 the Tomsk-TPU-120 will be activated in the ISS and will transmit a greeting to Earth inhabitants, recorded by students of the university in 10 languages: Russian, English, German, French, Chinese, Arabic, Tatar, Indian, Kazakh and Portuguese.

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OUFTI-1

University of Liège

University

Belgium

1U

2016-04-25

Test the use of the D-STAR communication protocol in space.

-

AAUSAT4

Aalborg University

University

Denmark

1U

2016-04-25

Test an improved version of the AIS receiver developed by the student team, which can be used for automatic tracking and identification of vessels. As a secondary payload AAUSAT4 will also test on-orbit a 3-axis attitude control system designed by means of active magnetic actuators.

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e-st@r-II

Polytechnic University of Turin

University

Italy

1U

2016-04-25

Demonstrate the capability of autonomous determination, control and manoeuver, through the development and test in orbit of an A-ADCS entirely designed and manufactured by students. Test in orbit COTS technology and self-made hardware.

-

SamSat-218/D (Kontact-Nanosputnik)

Samara State Aerospace University

University

Russia

3U

2016-04-28

The main objective of this satellite is a demonstration of navigation and control technologies. Researches aimed at improving of performance reliability of equipment will make space experiments more efficient.

-

Flock-2p 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2p 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2016-06-22

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Sathyabamasat (SNSAT)

Sathyabama University

University

India

2U

2016-06-22

Measure the densities of the green house gases over the region in which it moves on using ARGUS 1000 IR Spectrometer.

ISRO

BEESAT-4

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

1U

2016-06-22

Technology demonstration and education/ training in the field of satellite technology. A GPS receiver will get GPS signals to determine the satellite’s position accurately. Therefore 3-axes stabilization will be realized with reaction wheels and magnetorquers. A camera will take pictures of the Earth to verify the attitude of the satellite.

-

Swayam COEP

College of Engineering, Pune

University

India

1U

2016-06-22

-

-

Aoxiang Zhixing (Star of Aoxiang, SAOX)

Northwestern Polytechnical University

University

China

12U

2016-06-25

1) To investigate the feasibility of using polarized sunlight for spacecraft attitude determination and navigation; 2) To perform microgravity research using a miniaturized gravimeter, and 3) To demonstrate hopefully the world first 12U CubeSat platform and relevant technologies.

Provide a hands-on environment for students in all aspects of satellite building and operations. The spacecraft is equipped with an imaging instrument to capture imagery of Earth's surface.

ISRO, Institution of Engineers

Pratham

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

University

India

10 kg

2016-09-26

Enabling students and faculty to gain knowledge and experience in the field of Satellite and Space technology. Empowering the Satellite Team with the skills to develop the Satellite through various phases of Design, Analysis, Fabrication and Testing until the Flight Model is made.

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AISat Nano (AISat-1N)

UK Space Agency

Agency

UK

3U

2016-09-26

Teach Algerian students how to design, build and operate a 3U CubeSat. The programme involves a number of Algerian graduate students who will be hosted at the Surrey Space Centre (University of Surrey) and focuses on the development of the CubeSat as a hands-on learning exercise for the students, to demonstrate the practical implementation of this type of low cost space technology. As well as the practical element of the programme there will be a focus on research modules around the use of low cost nano-satellite technologies and applications in developing nations such as Algeria, which would help to create sustainable growth and have practical uses such as earthresource management (agriculture, water), atmospheric monitoring, and disaster management.

Surrey Space Centre, Algerian Space Agency

CanX-7

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

3U

2016-09-26

Incorporate a lightweight, compact, deployable drag sail. Demonstrate the drag sail’s customizability, modularity, stowability and effectiveness at achieving the deorbiting requirements of the IADC. The results will then be used to create a low cost, modular, and customizable deorbiting device for nanosatellites and microsatellites in low Earth orbit, thus alleviating the programmatic and technical risk to space missions when using satellites of this class.

Defence R&D Canada (Ottawa), NSERC and COM DEV Ltd

Lemur-2 14 Sokolsky

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-10-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 15 Xiaoqing

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-10-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 16 Anubhavthakur

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-10-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 17 Wingo

Spire

Company

US

3U

2016-10-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

First satellite of the Ubatubasat Project, designed in elementary school. Our goal is to arouse the interest in Science and Technology in our students, aged between ten to fourteen ( the youngest team in the world to build a satellite). Our tasks range from integration, testing, assembly, coding, launching and operating the satellite, aiming students to pursue careers in the science and technology areas, especially in the Space Engineering fields. The project has received since its inception the technological support from INPE, AEB- Brazilian Space Agency and UNESCO. Additionally, it is getting a lot of repercussion in the Brazilian and World media as well as a great support from the scientific community. Tancredo 1 was developed from a commercial kit supplied by the company Interorbital Systems from CA-USA, the original project has been greatly modified and improved by the project team, especially by the engineer Auro Tikami from INPE, as part of his masters dissertation.

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TuPOD

GAUSS Srl

Company

Italy

3U

2016-12-09

In orbit deployment of the first TubeSats: Tancredi I from Brazil and OSNSAT from US. After the TubeSat release, the TuPOD will perform its own mission transmitting a Morse code beacon for a few days and some weeks later it will re-enter the atmosphere, disintegrating.

First step of the research and development of the universe an elevator (lift), and a tether extension experiments in orbit and mission.

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Waseda-SAT 3

Waseda University

University

Japan

1U

2016-12-09

The small satellite will deploy a ultra light drag chute for accelerated deorbiting. A camera will observe and verify the chute deployment. Also on board will be a LCD projector to project images on the drag chute, where the camera will take pictures of it.

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OSNSAT

Open Space Network

Company

US

TubeSat

2016-12-09

-

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Aoba-Velox-III

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

2U

2016-12-09

Technology demonstration of PPT (Pulsed Plasma Thruster). In addition, one sub-mission consists in performing communication test using Bluetooth inside the satellite. The second sub-mission consists in testing microcomputer resistance to radiations.

-

BY70-1

China Center for Aerospace Science and Technology

Institute

China

2U

2016-12-28

For school education and amateur radio. The amateur radio station onboard will provide telecommand, telemetry and FM repeater functions.

-

XY S1 (Xingyun Shiyan 1)

Northwestern Polytechnical University

University

China

2U

2017-01-09

Test L-band narrow-band communications.

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Kaidun 1 (Caton 1)

Beijing Kaidun Universal Technology

Company

China

2U

2017-01-09

Test a VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) for communications via the Inmarsat satellite system

Beijing MSI Technology Development Co, Nanjing University of Technology

TRICOM 1

University of Tokyo

University

Japan

3U

2017-01-14

Two cameras, one on either side, to take pictures of the Earth. Expected to operate for about a month before re-entering the earth’s atmosphere and burning up.

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Lemur-2 29 Tachikoma

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Nayif-1

Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre

Institute

United Arab Emirates

1U

2017-02-15

Goal of providing an actual space project for Emirati University students. Additionally it is intended to enthuse and educate young people about radio, space physics and electronics. Carries the FUNcube 5 amateur communications payload.

American University of Sharjah, ISIS-NL

Flock-3p 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Lemur-2 22 Jobanputra

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 15

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 16

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 17

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 48

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 19

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 20

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 21

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 22

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 23

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 24

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 25

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 26

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 27

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 23 Spire-Minions

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 28

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 29

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 30

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 24 Satchmo

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 31

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 32

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 33

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 34

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 49

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 50

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 51

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 52

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 53

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 54

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 55

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 56

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 25 Rdeaton

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 57

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 35

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 36

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 26 Smita-Sharad

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 37

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 38

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 39

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 27 Mia-Grace

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 40

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 41

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 42

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lemur-2 28 Noguescorreig

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-3p 43

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 44

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 45

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 46

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 47

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 62

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 63

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 64

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 65

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 66

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 67

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 68

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 69

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

BGUSat

Ben Gurion University Satellite

University

Israel

3U

2017-02-15

First educational satellite. VGA Camera, ADCS.

-

Flock-3p 70

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 71

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 72

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 73

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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INS 1A (ISRO Nanosatellite)

ISRO

Agency

India

8.4 kg

2017-02-15

Two science payloads. Surface BRDF Radiometer (SBR) payload that can be used measure the Bidirectional Reflectance Distribution Function (BRDF) of targets on the Earth's surface and will be able to take readings of the sunlight reflected off different surface features. Single Event Upset Monitor (SEUM), which can be used to track Single Event Upsets that happen due to high energy radiation in space environment in Commercial, Off-the-Shelf (COTS) electronic components.

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Flock-3p 74

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 75

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p 76

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-02-15

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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INS 1B (ISRO Nanosatellite)

ISRO

Agency

India

9.7 kg

2017-02-15

Carries two science payloads. EELA keeps track of terrestrial exospheric line-of-sight neutral atomic hydrogen Lyman Alpha flux and can give an estimate for the interplanetary hydrogen Lyman Alpha background flux by means of deep space observations. The Origami Camera is a remote sensing colour camera that can take high-resolution pictures of the Earth with a small package.

Carry the first generation of their mGnify lab to conduct biochemical experiments in microgravity.

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SNUSat-1b

Seoul National University

University

South Korea

2U

2017-04-18

The primary mission is performing the QB50 mission, measuring lower thermosphere constituents at altitudes starting from 350 km and down as the orbit decays due to atmospheric drag. The secondary mission is validation of fault-detection, isolation and recovery algorithm developed by Seoul National Unit and imaging space environment.

QB50, VKI

Columbia (QBUS 4)

University of Turabo

University

US

2U

2017-04-18

The scientific mission will be to use a Flux-Φ-Probe Experiment (FIPEX) to collect measurements of atomic and molecular oxygen on the Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

QB50,

Qbito

Polytechnics University of Madrid

University

Spain

2U

2017-04-18

The main objective is to operate its primary payload: the Ion and Neutral Mass Spectrometer (INMS). An experiment to assess the performance of the n-Octadecane as a Phase Change Material (PCM). Developed in collaboration with the University of Liège. A Medium Wave Infrared Detector, developed by the Spanish company New Infrared Technologies, which aims at testing this kind of detectors. The manufacturing process is based on the Vapour Phase Deposited PbSe technology in space conditions. An experimental software for an attitude determination and control system based on fuzzy control theory. The purpose is to test the suitability of this kind of algorithms for spacecraft attitude control applications.

QB50, University of Liège, New Infrared Technologies

Lemur-2 30 JennyBarna

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-04-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 31 Angela

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-04-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 33 RobMoore

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-04-18

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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SpaceCube

Mines Paristech

University

France

2U

2017-04-18

The purpose of this CubeSat includes: upper atmosphere science; radio communication experiments; technology demonstrator; education, training and outreach. It will also provide an Amateur FM transponder.

To demonstrate passive aerodynamic stabilization of a CubeSat using its antennas as aerodynamic feathers - To provide a training/educational opportunity for young engineers and post graduate students by including them in the design, assembly, and operations of a satellite.

QB50,

UNSW-EC0

The University of New South Wales

University

Australia

2U

2017-04-18

Main mission is to study the thermosphere by means of ion/neutral mass spectrometry and temperature measurements. four secondary mission goals. Firstly, to perform verification of a GPS receiver and additional Radio Reflectometry and Radio Occultation experiments using GPS signals. Secondly, a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) will monitor Single Event Upsets (SEU) and recover from them within a fixed time-limit. Thirdly, a microkernel operating system is flown to show it can do critical system tasks, such as ADCS control. Lastly, the structure of the CubeSat will be made by 3D printing techniques.

QB50,

UPSat (CubeSat by the University of Patras)

University of Patras

University

Greece

2U

2017-04-18

QB50. The first and most significant mission would be to successfully transmit science data from the mNLP unit back to earth. The second experiment would be to acquire photos of the Earth and especially photos of Greece from space and successfully transmit them to the ground station(s). Finally the integration of Composite Materials into a “hybrid” structure is also one of the goals the team set.

QB50,

Biarri-Point

US Air Force

Military

US

3U

2017-04-18

Biarri is an international defence-science collaborative program, with the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia each contributing a subsystem of the mission. One of the benefits of such collaboration is the capability building process that it fosters in the participating nations, especially as it relates to space related programs.

Canada, UK, New Zealand, Australia

X-Cubesat (XCubeSat)

Ecole Polytechnique

University

France

2U

2017-04-18

The purpose of this CubeSat includes: upper atmosphere science; radio communication experiments; technology demonstrator; education, training and outreach. It will also provide an Amateur FM transponder.

QB50,

PolyITAN-2-SAU (KPI-SAU)

National Technical University of Ukraine

University

Ukraine

2U

2017-04-18

FIPEX (Flux-Φ-Probe Experiment) of TU Dresden as the primary payload for the QB50 project, which is able to distinguish and measure the time-resolved behaviour of atomic and molecular oxygen as a key parameter of the lower thermosphere.

QB50, Shenyang Aerospace University

nSIGHT1

SCS-Space

University

South Africa

2U

2017-04-18

To comply with the QB50 mission objective of doing atmospheric research measurements in the lower thermosphere. To provide SCS-Space payload flight heritage. To provide training/experience for SCS-Space engineers The satellite will use magnetic sensors and actuators to do initial detumbling into a Y-Thompson spin after release from its deployer.

QB50,

Challenger (QBUS 1)

University of Colorado Boulder

University

US

2U

2017-04-18

Carries the Ion/Neutral Mass Spectrometer (INMS), which measures the mass of ions and neutral atoms. QB50.

Scientific objective to study in-situ the temporal and spatial variations of a number of key constituents and parameters in the lower thermosphere (90-320 km) in a network of about 40 double CubeSats, separated by a few hundred kilometers and carrying identical sensors. It will also study the re-entry process by measuring a number of key parameters during re-entry and by comparing predicted and actual CubeSat trajectories and orbital lifetimes.

QB50,

Aoxiang-1 (Ao Xiang-1)

Northwestern Polytechnical University

University

China

2U

2017-04-18

A 2U CubeSat, part of the QB50 constellation, intended to measure the lower thermosphere.

QB50,

Atlantis (QBUS 2)

University of Michigan

University

US

2U

2017-04-18

FIPEX, will characterize Oxygen (atomic and molecular) in the upper atmosphere.

QB50,

BeEagleSat

Istanbul Technical University

University

Turkey

2U

2017-04-18

Primary payload is a multi-needle langmuir probe, which will measure electron density during mission. Secondary payload is a semiconductor based x-ray detector, which will measure x-ray levels for various altitudes.

QB50, Turkish Air Force Academy

DUTHSat (DUTH)

Democritus University of Thrace

University

Greece

2U

2017-04-18

The 3U CubeSat will obtain measurements of ions, neutrals and temperature in the Lower Thermosphere as part of the QB50 project.

Serve as a platform for the In Orbit Demonstration (IOD) of a digital fluxgate magnetometer designed at the University of Alberta. Address multi-point space plasma physics with data from the QB50 constellation using the Langmuir probe common payloads and the digital fluxgate magnetometer. Promote education of space science and engineering through all levels of the educational sector of Alberta. Provide a foundation on which to begin a space engineering, space science and/or cube satellite program at the University of Alberta. Promote the development of an Albertan commercial space industry and augmentation of current staple industries with space technology.

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HavelSat

Istanbul Technical University

University

Turkey

2U

2017-04-18

Primary payload is a multi-needle langmuir probe, which will measure electron density during mission. Secondary payload is a Software Defined Radio.

QB50, Havelsan, Gumush

CXBN 2 (The Cosmic X-Ray Background NanoSat-2)

Morehead State University

University

US

2U

2017-04-18

An Improved Measurement of the Diffuse X-Ray Background. The science objective of taking a 5% measurement of the diffuse X-ray background will be continued with CXBN-2.

In addition to the common science package for QB50, the i-INSPIRE satellite will carry three scientific instruments for our own science mission. Except the imager, NanoSpec and radiation counter are designed for this mission. During the mission life-time, we will also demonstrate the nanothruster and the system-on-chip technology developed at the University of Sydney 1.

QB50,

IceCube (Earth-1)

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

3U

2017-04-18

Demonstrate and validate a new 883-gigahertz submillimeter-wave receiver that could help advance scientists’ understanding of ice clouds and their role in climate change. IceCube will lead to the development of an instrument capable of providing an accurate daily assessment of the global distribution of atmospheric ice.

Virginia Diodes, NASA’s Earth Science Technology Office

KySat-3 (SGSat)

University of Kentucky

University

US

1U

2017-04-18

Evaluate a new Stellar Gyroscope attitude determination system.

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LilacSat-1

Harbin Institute of Technology

University

China

2U

2017-04-18

QB50. An Ion-Neutral Mass Spectrometer (INMS). It is a standard payload of QB50 for upper atmosphere science. A V/U APRS digipeater. It is open for amateur use. It will support both real-time repeating and store-forward mode. A thermal infrared camera. It is open for amateur use. Any licensed radio amateur can send a telecommand to take an image and download the data.

QB50,

Link (Little Intelligent Nanosatellite of KAIST)

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Institute

South Korea

2U

2017-04-18

INMS (Ion/Neutral Mass Spectrometer), which measures the mass of ions and neutral atoms, as the primary payload for the QB50 project. The secondary payload is two Langmuir probes, which are in-house sensors developed by Space Science Laboratory of KAIST.

QB50,

NJUST-1

Nanjing University of Science and Technology

University

China

2U

2017-04-18

UST-1 will carry one standardized sensor for multi-point, in-situ, long-duration measurements of key parameters and constituents in the largely unexplored lower thermosphere and ionosphere. NJUST are also preparing to participate in GAMANET.

QB50. Carry a solar EUV sensor to in-situ measure the solar EUV radiation intensity with the aim of maximizing the science return of the mission for a better characterization of the cause-effect relationship. The solar EUV probe measures the photoelectron current emitted from the electrodes into ambient plasma. The electrode is biased to negative voltage with respect to the satellite frame and the current is amplified and filtered before being converted into digital formats. In the implementation, two electrodes with different metal coating are utilized and the current difference between the two probes. The solar EUV instrument has been tested in ionospheric conditions in the NCKU Space Plasma Chamber.

QB50,

CSUNSat1 (California State University Northridge Sat)

California State University

University

US

2U

2017-04-18

Test an innovative low temperature capable energy storage system in space developed by NASA JPL that will enable future missions, especially those in deep space to do more science while requiring less energy, mass and volume.

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

SNUSat-1

Seoul National University

University

South Korea

2U

2017-04-18

The primary mission is performing the QB50 mission, measuring lower thermosphere constituents at altitudes starting from 350 km and down as the orbit decays due to atmospheric drag. The secondary mission is validation of fault-detection, isolation and recovery algorithm developed by Seoul National Unit and imaging space environment.

QB50, VKI

SilkRoad-1 01 (Silk Road, Silu 1)

Xi'an Institute of Surveying and Mapping

Institute

China

3U

2017-04-20

Pathfinder for a constellation of around 30 satellites operating across a variety of wavelengths.

Chinese Academy of Sciences

BIRD-B (Brac Onnesha, BIRDS-1)

Brac University

University

Bangladesh

1U

2017-06-03

Experiment on radio communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur radio ground stations all over the world. The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite from one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at different ground stations.

Kyushu Institute of Technology

BIRD-G (Ghanasat 1, ANUSAT-1, BIRDS-1)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Ghana

1U

2017-06-03

Experiment on radio communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur radio ground stations all over the world. The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite from one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at different ground stations.

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BIRD-J (Toki, BIRDS-1)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

1U

2017-06-03

Experiment on radio communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur radio ground stations all over the world. The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite from one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at different ground stations.

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BIRD-M (Mazaalai, NUMSAT 1, BIRDS-1)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Mongolia

1U

2017-06-03

Experiment on radio communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur radio ground stations all over the world. The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite from one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at different ground stations.

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BIRD-N (Nigeria EduSat-1, BIRDS-1)

Federal University of Technology Akure

University

Nigeria

1U

2017-06-03

Experiment on radio communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur radio ground stations all over the world. The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite from one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at different ground stations.

Kyushu Institute of Technology

Tanyusha-YuZGU 2 (Radioskaf RS-7, Tanyusha-SWSU 2)

Southwestern State University

University

Russia

4.8 kg

2017-06-14

Achieve autonomous grouping of satellites in space and measure density of vacuum.

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Tanyusha-YuZGU 1 (Radioskaf RS-6, Tanyusha-SWSU 1)

Southwestern State University

University

Russia

4.8 kg

2017-06-14

Achieve autonomous grouping of satellites in space and measure density of vacuum.

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TNS 0-2 (Technologicesky Nanosputnik, TNS-0 No. 2)

Southwestern State University

University

Russia

4.8 kg

2017-06-14

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Max Valier

Max Valier Technical High School

School

Italy

10 kg

2017-06-23

Small X-ray telescope µRosi, which allows amateur astronmers for the first time to see the sky in X-ray wavelength. OHB-System provides the LuxSpace AIS reciever, support and the launch opportunity on an indian PSLV rocket.

OHB System AG

UCLSat

University College London

University

UK

2U

2017-06-23

Demonstration of in-house technology development and will carry two payloads to monitor the space environment.

QB50

Venta-1

University of Applied Sciences Bremen, OHB Systems

University

Latvia

7.5 kg

2017-06-23

Provide a flying testbed as a counterpart of the new satellite technology laboratory at the Ventspils University College. Advanced technology AIS (maritime Automatic Identification System) receivers in order to get AIS data from space and to study the AIS signal reception in LEO. Intersatellite link experimental systems for the two way, near real time, permanent communication via Orbcomm and Iridium LEO based satellite systems. Plug-and-Play electronics unit with new data handling systems, sensors and beacon to a geostationary satellite system. Small onboard camera with advanced optics for low resolution earth monitoring.

Ventspils High Technology Park, Ventspils University College, University of Applied Sciences Bremen, University of Latvia and the Riga Technical University, OHB-System AG

Lemur-2 34 ShainaJohl

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 35 XueniTerence

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 36 LucyBryce

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 37 KungFoo

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 38 McPeake

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 39 Sam-Amelia

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 40 LisaSaurus

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 41 Lynsey-Symo

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

QB50. The space station will operate to conduct scientific experiments in the framework of the QB50 project

QB50, Sapienza aerospace research center (CRAS)

VZLUSAT-1

Aerospace Research and Test Establishment

Institute

Czech

2U

2017-06-23

The objective of the project VZLUSAT1 is the development, manufacturing, qualification and experimental verification of products and technologies in Earth orbit (IOD – In-Orbit Demonstration). On board the functions and features of small experiment will be verified. VZLUSAT1 takes part in QB50 mission. The nanosatellite accommodates VKI scientific experiment FIPEX.

Demonstration of GPS radio occultation sensor that allows the measurement of global weather pattern with high accuracy.

Tyvak/Terran

Aalto-1

Aalto University

University

Finland

3U

2017-06-23

To design, build and operate first Finnish Earth Observation (EO) nanosatellite. Technology demonstration of a very small imaging spectrometer for spaceborne EO. Technology demonstration of a very small radiation detector for future satellites. Development and demonstration of a deorbiting device for nanosatellites based on e-sail concept and measurement of its performance. Promotion of engineering education in Finland with the aid of a satellite project.

Observe the ultraviolet radiation upper atmosphere on the night side of the Earth. Without direct and reflected light of the sun and the moon is made up predominantly UV emission of the upper layer of the atmosphere at altitudes of about 80 to 120 km. Contribute to, and other components of the radiation reflected from the Earth's surface or scattered in the atmosphere. The main objective is to demonstrate the potential of our country.

Ministry of Transport, Construction and Regional Development, Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sports, Institute of Experimental Physics

Launch a national aerospace initiative that promotes development of aerospace machinery in Chile. Measure the ionospheric electron density and temperature by means of a Langmuir probe. We also plan to include a small experiment supplied by the Physics Department.

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PACSCISAT (Tyvak-53b, PacSci EMC, Pacific Scientific)

Tyvak / Terran Orbital

Company

US

3U

2017-06-23

Technology demonstration for deorbiting. Passed built-in-tests (BIT) on both its primary and redundant Smart Energetics Architecture (SEA) sequencing system and devices and fired Modular Architecture Propulsion System (MAPS) rocket motors.

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InflateSail

University of Surrey

University

UK

3U

2017-06-23

QB50. Rapid autonomous commissioning- Given past experience, the space station is prepared to demonstrate advanced autonomous commissioning. Large deployable sail - The satellite will deploy a large square (3m x 3m) membrane sail. Inflatable Structural Components - InflateSail is equipped with a 1 m long inflatable rigidisable laminate cylinder, which will be used as a structural component separating the sail and the body of the spacecraft. Drag deorbiting - The satellite will deorbit much more quickly than otherwise due to its deployable sail. Outreach - The satellite will provide beacons which amateur satellite users will be able to receive.

QB50,

D-Sat (Deorbit Satellite)

D-Orbit

Company

Italy

3U

2017-06-23

Demonstrate in-orbit the capability of D-Orbit’s technology. First satellite ever to be actively de-orbited in a quick, safe, reliable and controlled way.

CNIT

LituanicaSAT-2

NanoAvionics LLC

Company

Lithuania

3U

2017-06-23

The Primary objective of the experiment is to demonstrate the orbital maneuvering and drag compensation capabilities of a CubeSat using an integral green monopropellant microthruster. The idea behind this experiment is to further advance the technology of nanosatellite micro propulsion that is required to implement future projects of CubeSat constellations. To contribute to the QB50 mission objectives the thruster would be designed to implement orbital maintenance/correction of a CubeSat by producing incremental (to minimize the effects of thrust vector misalignment) thrust in the direction of the velocity vector to overcome atmospheric drag and thus considerably prolonging satellite’s orbital lifetime.

QB50, Vilnius University

NUDTSat

National University of Defense Technology

University

China

2U

2017-06-23

NMS (Ion/Neutral Mass Spectrometer) for sampling of low mass ionized and neutral particles in lower thermosphere, such as O, O2, and N2.

QB50,

Pegasus

University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt

University

Austria

2U

2017-06-23

Multi-needle Langmuir probes (mNLP) for the QB50 project and will provide information about essential properties of the plasma in the thermosphere such as the electron temperature and –density. Features a Pulsed Plasma Thruster (PPT) as propulsion unit.

QB50, Vienna Technical Universety

Landmapper-BC 1 (Corvus-BC, Perseus-O)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

6U

2017-07-14

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Landmapper-BC 2 (Corvus-BC, Perseus-O)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

6U

2017-07-14

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Lemur-2 42 Greenberg

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 43 ArtFischer

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 44 Monson

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 45 Furiaus

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 46 Zachary

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2 47 AndiS

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 48 PeterG

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 49 Dembitz

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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MKA-N 1

Dauria / Roscosmos

Company

Russia

6U

2017-07-14

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

-

MKA-N 2

Dauria / Roscosmos

Company

Russia

6U

2017-07-14

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

-

Flock-2k 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 5

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 6

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 7

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 8

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 9

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 10

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 11

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 12

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 13

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 14

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 15

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 16

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 17

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 18

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 19

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 20

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 21

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 22

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 23

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 24

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 25

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 26

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 27

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 28

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 29

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 30

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 31

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 32

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 33

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 34

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Iskra-MAI-85

Moscow Aviation Institute

University

Russia

3U

2017-07-14

Uses only domestically produced components. To give students experience in designing and manufacturing a satellite.

-

Flock-2k 35

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 36

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 37

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 38

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 39

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 40

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 41

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 42

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 43

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 44

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 45

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-2k 46

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Ecuador-UTE-YuZGU (UTE-UESOR)

Tecnologica Equinoccial University (UTE)

University

Ecuador

1U

2017-07-14

Obtain scientific data in the study of our planet Earth techniques and develop nanosatellite management methods and study the behavior of new instruments in space.

Demonstration of GPS radio occultation sensor that allows the measurement of global weather pattern with high accuracy.

Tyvak/Terran

Mayak

Moscow State University of Mechanical Engineering

University

Russia

3U

2017-07-14

Unfurl and use its large swath of reflectors to reflect rays from the sun back to Earth—which will make it the brightest object in the night sky.

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NanoACE

Tyvak / Terran Orbital

Company

US

3U

2017-07-14

Validate the Endeavor suite technologies that will be used for future missions and is solely for the purpose of internal Tyvak development as an attitude control experiment. Includes VACCO propulsion module.

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OSIRIS-3U (Orbital Satellite for Investigating the Response of the Ionosphere to Stimulation and Space Weather)

The Pennsylvania State University

University

US

3U

2017-08-14

Ground-based heaters will modify the atmosphere in order to create artificial space weather events that will be studied by OSIRIS-3U. The mission provides research into radiowave-plasma interactions and plasma transport. 1. Provide in situ and remote sensing measurements of the stimulated (heated) ionosphere produced by ground-based heaters
2. Characterize the spatial extent of the heated region “bite out”
3. Correlate in situ and remote sensing heated ionosphere measurements with ground-based measurements including incoherent scatter radars and ionosondes
4. Develop the aerospace workforce by training students in space systems engineering through hands-on projects

The Aerospace Corp, Naval Research Laboratory

Dellingr (RBLE, Radiation Belt Loss Experiment)

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

6U

2017-08-14

The scientific payload includes a magnetometer deployed on a boom and a set of two internal magnetometers. In addition to collecting data about the magnetic field, the boom mounted magnetometer will validate the use of the two internal magnetometers for future missions. An Ion Neutral Mass Spectrometer will collect data about the ionosphere-thermosphere-mesosphere system.

Prototype nanosatellite capable of monitoring a single, bright, sun-like star for two years. “ExoplanetSat” will develop into a suite of nanosatellites, each focusing on one bright star at a time. The science motivation is to search for transiting exoplanets orbiting the brightest sun-like stars in the sky.

Tests and prepares consumer communications technology for use in space. The growing range of devices, components and miniaturized technology available on consumer markets represents a boon for space exploration and cost management. CHEFSat specifically readies a consumer-grade radio frequency device for wider space use by testing its safety and effectiveness in a working CubeSat deployed from the International Space Station (ISS).

Demonstrate optical communications from a CubeSat to a 30 cm diameter ground station from LEO at a rate of at least 5 Mbps. Demonstrate tracking of a nearby spacecraft using a commercial COTS automotive anti-collision radar sensor and an inexpensive optical mouse sensor.

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EcAMSat (E. Coli AntiMicrobialSat)

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

6U

2017-11-12

The primary scientific purpose of the EcAMSat mission is to investigate how and whether space microgravity affects the antibiotic resistance of E. coli, a bacterial pathogen responsible for urinary tract infection in humans and animals.

Stanford University

Lemur-2 50 Yonglin

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 51 Kevin

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Asgardia-1

Asgardia Space

Company

US

2U

2017-11-12

Test the concept of long-term data storage in orbit around the Earth. Payload is a 512GB solid state drive pre-loaded with data. Also contain internal and external particle detectors "to determine the radiation dosing that the internal electronics are receiving.

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Lemur-2 52 BrianDavie

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 53 Romacoste

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 54 RocketJonah

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 55 Liu-Poh-Chun

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Demonstrate optical communications from a CubeSat to a 30 cm diameter ground station from LEO at a rate of at least 5 Mbps. Demonstrate tracking of a nearby spacecraft using a commercial COTS automotive anti-collision radar sensor and an inexpensive optical mouse sensor.

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TechEdSat-6

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

3U

2017-11-12

Demonstrate an Exo-Brake system to provide a targeted nanosatellite de-orbit using fully propellant-less techniques.

Demonstrate a high bandwidth Ka-band CubeSat communications capability that is ready for immediate infusion into commercial, government and military systems. For a modest increase in mass, volume and cost, this technology will increase downlink data rates from a baseline of 9.6 kbps for existing UHF systems to over 100 Mbps - a 105 fold increase in data capacity..

Pumpkin

RadFxSat (Fox-1B)

Vanderbilt University and The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation.

University

US

1U

2017-11-14

The Vanderbilt payload (radiation) is to advance the state of the art in understanding the effects of space radiation on electronic components, demonstrate an on-orbit platform for radiation qualification of components for space flight and to validate and improve computer models used to predict radiation tolerance of semiconductor manufacturing processes.

AMSAT

MiRaTA (Microwave Radiometer Technology Acceleration)

Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

University

US

3U

2017-11-14

Validate new technologies in both passive microwave radiometry and GPS radio occultation. New ultra-compact and low-power technology for multi-channel and multi-band and passive microwave radiometers and new GPS receiver and patch antenna array technology for GPS radio occultation retrieval of both temperature-pressure profiles in the atmosphere and electron density profiles in the ionosphere.

NASA Earth Science Technology Office

EagleSat

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott AZ

University

US

1U

2017-11-18

Payload A will test the viability of new memory types in space, by assessing whether or not data was corrupted due to radiation. Payload B will focus on detection of the Lockheed Martin Space Fence. This “fence” covers the United States at a certain altitude. It is the team’s goal to use Payload B to detect the fence when it is passing through, and mark the time and position of passing.

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Buccaneer Risk Mitigation (Buccaneer RMM)

Australian Defence Science and Technology Organisation

Military

Australia

3U

2017-11-18

The payload on-board Buccaneer is a high frequency receiver. The mission will provide performance calibration of some aspects of the Jindalee Over-the-Horizon Radar Network (JORN). The antenna will be stowed during launch and jettison from the launch vehicle.

KARL engineering

MakerSat-0

Northwest Nazarene University

University

US

1U

2017-11-18

Demonstrate in-space additive manufacturing and assembly of small spacecraft. Structural frame will be 3D printed on the ISS and then snapped together with solar cell and electronics boards by the astronaut crew and deployed directly into orbit, thus avoiding a typical high-g launch.

Made in Space

Landmapper-BC 4 (Corvus-BC, Perseus-O)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

6U

2017-11-28

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

AISSat-3

Norwegian Space Centre

Agency

Norway

7 kg

2017-11-28

Upgraded Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver for improved ship detection rates. Given the great success of AISSat-1, the completion of the AISSat-2 satellite, and the need for at least three operational space-based AIS assets, Norway initiated the AISSat-3 project.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 64 NRE-Metts

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 65 CylonRaider

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 66 Ector

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 67 Craig

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 59 BenYeoh

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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D-Star One

German Orbital Systems

Company

Germany

3U

2017-11-28

Equipped with four identical radio modules with D-Star capabilities, all being operated in a half-duplex mode. Two modules are used for telemetry and telecomand and operate on identical frequencies. Telemetry can be received on 435,7 MHz, the format will be disclosed after launch. Both modules receive, and both modules answer. To prevent information loss, they answer after each other. The other two modules are dedicated to the radio amateur community.

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SEAM (Small Explorer for Advanced Missions)

Royal Institute of Technology

University

Sweden

3U

2017-11-28

Develop and demonstrate in flight for the first time a concept of an electromagnetically clean nanosatellite with precision attitude determination, flexible autonomous data acquisition system, high-bandwidth telemetry and an integrated solution for ground control and data handling.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Lemur-2 58 McGarvey

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 60 Harvey

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 61 Matthew

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 62 Maximillie

Spire

Company

US

3U

2017-11-28

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

SIGMA (KHUSAT-3)

Kyung Hee University

University

South Korea

3U

2018-01-12

The main payload is TEPC which can measure the Linear Energy Transfer (LET) spectrum and calculate the equivalent dose for the complicated radiation field in the space. The magnetometer is a secondary payload using a miniaturized fluxgate magnetometer.

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STEP-1 (STEP Cube Lab)

Chosun University

University

South Korea

1U

2018-01-12

Verify core space technologies researched in universities and industries, and verifying those technologies on-orbit. To determine which of the fundamental space technologies researched at domestic universities, will be potential candidates for use in future space missions and to verify the effectiveness of the technologies by investigating mission data obtained from on-orbit operation of the cube satellite.

KARI (Korean Aerospace Research Institute)

CANYVAL-X 2U Tom

Yonsei University

University

South Korea

2U

2018-01-12

CubeSat astronomy using virtual telescope alignment. The two cubesats maintain Inertial-hold in about 10 min using vision alignment system. Could pave the way for a new class of instrument that can peer through the sun's glare or at distant alien planets, without requiring a massive single scope.

KARI (Korean Aerospace Research Institute), NASA

Arkyd 6A (A6A)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

6U

2018-01-12

Test the scientific instruments and deep space technologies at the heart of our asteroid prospecting missions, but to also provide a platform that will allow others to fly their mission with our technology!

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CNUSail-1 (Papillon)

Chungnam National University

University

South Korea

3U

2018-01-12

Develop and operate a 3U-sized cube satellite with solar sail mechanism. The primary mission is to successfully deploy the solar sail in a low earth orbit, and the secondary mission is to collect the scientific data for the effect of the solar sail deployment and operation on orbit maneuver and attitude change of the cube satellite.

KARI (Korean Aerospace Research Institute)

Fox-1D

The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT)

Company

US

1U

2018-01-12

High energy radiation instrument “HERCI” developed by the University of Iowa Department of Physics and Astronomy, a Virginia Tech camera experiment, and a Pennsylvania State-Erie MEMS gyro experiment. Fox-1D will also serve as a communications relay for amateurs worldwide via the onboard FM repeater system.

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Lemur-2 68 PeterWebster

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 69 DaveWilson

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 70 McCafferty

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 71 BrownCow

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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MicroMAS-2 A

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2018-01-12

Validate new ultra-compact and low-power technology for CubeSat-sized microwave radiometers and validate operational high-performance cross-track scanner technology and CubeSat attitude control and stabilization. It will raise the technology readiness level of the radiometer and scanner from five to seven.

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CANYVAL-X 1U Jerry

Yonsei University

University

South Korea

1U

2018-01-12

CubeSat astronomy using virtual telescope alignment. The two cubesats maintain Inertial-hold in about 10 min using vision alignment system. Could pave the way for a new class of instrument that can peer through the sun's glare or at distant alien planets, without requiring a massive single scope.

KARI (Korean Aerospace Research Institute), NASA

Flock-3p' 1

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-3p' 2

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p' 3

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-3p' 4

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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KAUSAT-5

Korea Aerospace University

University

South Korea

3U

2018-01-12

Infrared imager to map the Earth’s surface in order to demonstrate environmental monitoring in a lighter, smaller, and cheaper, student-built package. Demonstrate and verify the localized components developed in Space System Research Lab

Demonstration of GPS radio occultation sensor that allows the measurement of global weather pattern with high accuracy.

Tyvak/Terran

DemoSat 2

Astranis

Company

US

3U

2018-01-12

Test a UHF radio payload for the planned microsatellite geostationary communication satellites.

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Kepler-1 KIPP

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2018-01-19

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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Zhou Enlai HA-1

Teenagers Amateur Radio Center of Activity in Huaian

Non-profit

China

2U

2018-01-19

Equipped with amateur radio repeater and SSTV(Slow Scan Television) component, which is to validate still image transmission in narrowband voice channel. There is an SSTV beacon, which put Date/Time/Location information/temperature etc on a SSTV picture. Amateurs worldwide can also use HA-1 to test SSTV via the cubesat.

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QTT 1 (Quantutong 1, TY6)

Spacety

Company

China

6U

2018-01-19

First technical verification satellite for the "future constellation programme" which is customized and developed by Tianyi Research Institute for Full-chart Location Network Co., Ltd.

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TY2

Tianji Research Institute

Institute

China

6U

2018-01-19

Verify improved communication technology to enhance the communication signal of satellites, and test the performance of our satellite components in the space.

Spacety

Dove Pioneer

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-01-21

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Lemur-2 72 Tallhamn-ATC

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-21

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2 73 Marshall

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-01-21

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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D-Star One v.1.1 Phoenix

German Orbital Systems

Company

Germany

3U

2018-02-01

Equipped with four identical radio modules with D-Star capabilities, all being operated in a half-duplex mode. Two modules are used for telemetry and telecomand and operate on identical frequencies. Telemetry can be received on 435,7 MHz, the format will be disclosed after launch. Both modules receive, and both modules answer. To prevent information loss, they answer after each other. The other two modules are dedicated to the radio amateur community.

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GOMX-4A (Ulloriaq)

GomSpace

Company

Denmark

6U

2018-02-02

A surveillance demonstration for the Artic. GomSpace will develop and deliver the satellite and launch is expected by the end of 2017. By this agreement, the Danish Defence will have its own first satellite. Demonstrate inter-satellite linking and station keeping capabilities; key enabling technologies for future

VHF uplink and UHF downlink data control board with loop back function, it can act as an FM repeater.. Camera, and transmit SSTV image through NBFM modulation. 2.4G band with 2 MHZ bandwidth multiple frequency up and down link communication experiment.

To complete a space project life-cycle, and to develop a platform to monitor the growth in biomass of planted trees to offset carbon emissions and to help reduce Global Warming.

GomSpace, Central American Association for Aeronautics and Space (ACAE), Delft University of Technology

DebrisSat-1 (DS-1, Net, RemoveDEBRIS)

Surrey Space Centre

University

UK

2U

2018-04-02

Inflate a balloon which actis as a deorbiting technology and provides a larger target area. A net is then ejected from the RemoveDEBRIS microsatellite when DS-1 is at 7 m distance.

Surrey Satellite Technology, ISIS, CASEM, ESL.

DebrisSat-2 (DS-2, VBN, RemoveDEBRIS)

Surrey Space Centre

University

UK

2U

2018-04-02

The vision-based navigation (VBN) experiment is shown as follows. In this experiment, the second CubeSat (produced by Surrey Space Centre), DS-2, is ejected by the platform at very low velocity. The VBN camera and Lidar (produced between Airbus DS, CSEM and Inria) then collect data and send it via the platform back to the ground for processing.

Surrey Satellite Technology, ISIS, CASEM, ESL.

Weina 1B (NanoSat-1A, Chuangxing 6-6, Weixing-1A)

Shanghai Micro Satellite Engineering Center

Company

China

3U

2018-04-10

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MarCO 2 (Mars Cube One, EVE)

NASA

Agency

US

6U

2018-05-05

Serve as a relay satellite to send data back to Earth during InSight's entry, descent and landing operations at Nars

-

MarCO 1 (Mars Cube One, WALL-E)

NASA

Agency

US

6U

2018-05-05

Serve as a relay satellite to send data back to Earth during InSight's entry, descent and landing operations at Nars

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HaloSat (Halo-Sat)

University of Iowa

University

US

6U

2018-05-21

Map the distribution of hot gas in the Milky Way and determine whether it fills an extended halo or the halo is compact with no contribution to the total mass of the galaxy. Measure soft X-ray emissions from the halo of our Milky Way galaxy. Map O VII and O VIII line emission to look at Milky Way to see if we have a massive, extended, hot halo.

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EnduroSat A (EnduroSat One)

EnduroSat

University

Bulgaria

1U

2018-05-21

Foster Amateur Radio’s participation in space research and communication in Bulgaria, to teach the participants in Space Challenges Program and hundreds of students from diverse in practical satellite communication and to promote amateur radio hobby to young people henceforth to enrich the Radio Amateur community in Bulgaria.

Demonstrate new star-tracker imaging sensors, a variety of nanotechnology payloads, advanced solar cells, and an electric propulsion system on one of the two satellites (AC12-B). The experiments performed with the AC12 program will build upon technologies tested on the AC8 CubeSats.

AeroCube-12 B (AC12-B)

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

3U

2018-05-21

Demonstrate new star-tracker imaging sensors, a variety of nanotechnology payloads, advanced solar cells, and an electric propulsion system on one of the two satellites (AC12-B). The experiments performed with the AC12 program will build upon technologies tested on the AC8 CubeSats.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-05-21

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-05-21

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-05-21

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EQUiSat

Brown University

University

US

1U

2018-05-21

Constructed in a short time frame by a small group of undergraduate engineering students to encourage non-professional involvement in the ever-growing aerospace industry. As such, a key objective of the EquiSat is accessibility to the public eye.

Provides risk mitigation for the TEMPEST mission that will provide the first temporal observations of cloud and precipitation processes on a global scale.

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Luojia 1

Wuhan University

University

China

6U

2018-06-12

Earth observation with 100 m resolution.

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MAYA-1 (BIRDS-2)

-

University

Malaysia

1U

2018-06-28

Provide digital message relay service to the amateur radio community by means of an APRS digipeater onboard. Demonstrate a store-and-forward (S&F) system.

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Biarri-Squad 1

US Air Force

Military

US

3U

2018-06-28

Biarri is an international defence-science collaborative program, with the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia each contributing a subsystem of the mission. One of the benefits of such collaboration is the capability building process that it fosters in the participating nations, especially as it relates to space related programs.

Canada, UK, New Zealand, Australia

UiTMSAT-1 (BIRDS-2)

-

University

Philippines

1U

2018-06-28

Provide digital message relay service to the amateur radio community by means of an APRS digipeater onboard. Demonstrate a store-and-forward (S&F) system.

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Biarri-Squad 2

US Air Force

Military

US

3U

2018-06-28

Biarri is an international defence-science collaborative program, with the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia each contributing a subsystem of the mission. One of the benefits of such collaboration is the capability building process that it fosters in the participating nations, especially as it relates to space related programs.

Canada, UK, New Zealand, Australia

BHUTAN-1 (BIRDS-2)

-

University

Bhutan

1U

2018-06-28

Provide digital message relay service to the amateur radio community by means of an APRS digipeater onboard. Demonstrate a store-and-forward (S&F) system.

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Biarri-Squad 3

US Air Force

Military

US

3U

2018-06-28

Biarri is an international defence-science collaborative program, with the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia each contributing a subsystem of the mission. One of the benefits of such collaboration is the capability building process that it fosters in the participating nations, especially as it relates to space related programs.

Canada, UK, New Zealand, Australia

FACSAT-1

Colombian Air Force

Military

Colombia

6U

2018-06-28

The potential FACSAT Program, formed by a unique low inclination constellation and planned to be launched in 2020, will provide the Colombian Air Force with unprecedented space capacities. GomSpace is currently delivering the FACSAT-1 nanosatellite as a turnkey project to the Colombian Air Force with a contracted launch in the first half of 2018.

Delivered by GomSpace.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-06-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-06-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Demonstration of GPS radio occultation sensor that allows the measurement of global weather pattern with high accuracy.

Tyvak/Terran

STF-1 (Simulation To Flight 1)

West Virginia University

University

US

3U

2018-07-30

Demonstrate the utility of the NASA Operational Simulator technologies across the CubeSat development cycle, from concept planning to mission operations. It will demonstrate a highly portable simulation and test platform that allows seamless transition of mission development artifacts to flight products.

NASA Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V),

NMTSat (New Mexico Tech Nanosatellite)

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

University

US

3U

2018-07-30

Correlating state-of-health information from the spacecraft with space weather in low Earth orbit (LEO). Consist of five instruments built in-house including: a magnetometer, a Langmuir plasma probe, a dosimeter, a state-of-the-art structural health monitor and an electrical health monitor.

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ANDESITE (Ad-Hoc Network Demonstration for Extended Satellite-Based Inquiry and Other Team Endeavors)

Boston University

University

US

6U

2018-07-30

Deploys 8 small picosatellites. "ANDESITE is a 6U CubeSat that deploys several smaller “pico-satellites” that each have their own self-contained scientific magnetometer, power system and radio communication system. Space-Based Wireless Sensor Network (SB-WSN) that addresses the limit of individual satellites’ ability to spatially and temporally resolve the information on various space phenomena.

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CP11 (ISX, Ionospheric Scintillation eXplorer)

California Polytechnic State University

University

US

3U

2018-07-30

Exploring the 3D structure of scintillation-scale irregularities of DTV signals in the ionosphere associated with Equatorial Spread F. The experiment will compare ground-to-space UHF scintillation measurements taken at multiple points along a flux tube. The payload on ISX is developed by SRI. There are 27 viable passes over a year. Passes will last no longer than 2.5 minutes.

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DaVinci (Da Vinci)

North Idaho STEM Charter Academy

School

US

3U

2018-07-30

Teach students about radio waves, aeronautical engineering, space propulsion, and geography by sending a communication signal to schools around the world.

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CeREs (Compact Radiation Belt Explorer)

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

3U

2018-07-30

CeREs will study primary radiation belt energization, as well as loss electron spectra and microbursts. It will also observe solar electron spectra from > 5 keV. CubeSat that will be placed in a high inclination LEO.

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RSat-P (Repair CubeSat Prototype)

United States Naval Academy

University

US

3U

2018-07-30

Demonstrate the feasibility of using CubeSats to diagnose malfunctions or failure in – and perform on orbit repairs on – conventional satellites. Autonomous Mobile On-orbit Diagnostic System (AMODS) which utilizes CubeSats to perform on-orbit inspections on conventional spacecraft. AMODS comprises a multiple CubeSat arrangement wherein one self-propelled CubeSat will deliver one of several repair CubeSats with manipulable arms to spacecraft for the purpose of providing diagnostic, maintenance and repair services.

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Shields-1

NASA Langley Research Center

Agency

US

3U

2018-07-30

Shields-1 focuses on enabling future research and commercial space technology mission by reducing the harmful effects of harsh radiation environments to spacecraft. This is accomplished by raising the TRL of Atomic Number (Z) grade radiation shielding technologies.

MXL, LUna

CHOMPTT (CubeSat Handling of Multisystem Precision Time Transfer)

University of Florida

University

US

3U

2018-07-30

Demonstrate low cost, precision time transfer between and atomic clock on the ground and in our satellite using a laser.

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AeroCube-11 (AC11, TOMSat, R3)

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

3U

2018-07-30

Multispectral, pushbroom imager that flies the Landsat-8 visible bands. 2.5-cm-diameter telescope paired with a visible-light sensor, 3-axis attitude control, 8 GB of image storage space, and a laser transmitter to downlink the images at a very high rate (up to 200Mbit/sec).

Low-cost demonstration of the UltraSail solar sailing concept, using two near-identical CubeSat satellites to deploy a 260 m-long, 20 m2 reflecting film. The two satellites are launched as a unit, detumbled, and separated, with the film unwinding symmetrically from motorized reels.

CU Aerospace

Cubesail 2 (CubeSail-B)

University of Illinois

University

US

1.5U

2018-07-30

Low-cost demonstration of the UltraSail solar sailing concept, using two near-identical CubeSat satellites to deploy a 260 m-long, 20 m2 reflecting film. The two satellites are launched as a unit, detumbled, and separated, with the film unwinding symmetrically from motorized reels.

Demonstrating a reliable core bus platform and at least one advanced subsystem or payload.

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TY7-01

Hunan Amateur Radio Society

Non-profit

China

6U

2018-08-01

9k6 APRS relay

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TY1-03

Hunan Amateur Radio Society

Non-profit

China

6U

2018-08-01

The mission includes Telecommand & telemetry in UHF band, APRS Relay in VHF band and Digipeater in S band.

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TY1-04

Hunan Amateur Radio Society

Non-profit

China

6U

2018-08-01

The mission includes Telecommand & telemetry in UHF band, APRS Relay in VHF band and Digipeater in S band.

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ZACUBE-2

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

University

South Africa

3U

2018-08-31

Testbed for a ship-tracking payload and will be used to validate the use case of employing nanosatellites in ocean vessel detection through the automatic identification system (AIS) protocol. Additionally, the satellite will carry medium resolution imagers as a secondary payload to demonstrate the feasibility of using a nanosatellite for imaging applications, such as ocean colour monitoring and fire tracking.

Stellenbosch University

ARC2 (Alaska Research CubeSat)

University of Alaska

University

US

1U

2018-09-12

Demonstrate a CubeSat bus architecture and fly an improved Launch Environment Data Logger to measure the vibrational and thermal environment inside the launch vehicle from ignition to orbit.

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SurfSat

University of Central Florida

University

US

2U

2018-09-12

Measure plasma-induced surface charging and electrostatic discharge measurements. It will take in-situ measurements of the ground current waveforms from chosen common spacecraft dielectric material samples, measure the spacecraft and material potentials and will use a Langmuir probe system to measure the ambient plasma environment.

Provide the first two-dimensional (2D) tomographic imaging from a 3U research CubeSat, addressing the basic nature of the nocturnal ionosphere. Study how dominant O+ ions are lost to charge exchange with H and He atoms at the top of Earth’s ionosphere.

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ELFIN-A

University of California

University

US

3U

2018-09-12

Explore the mechanisms responsible for the loss of relativistic electrons from the radiation belts. Space weather.

National Science Foundation

ELFIN-B

University of California

University

US

3U

2018-09-12

Explore the mechanisms responsible for the loss of relativistic electrons from the radiation belts. Space weather.

National Science Foundation

HSKSAT

HSK Amateur Radio Club (Harada Seiki Kogyo)

Company

Japan

3U

2018-09-15

Experiment with unprecedented high speed communication techniques over the amateur radio communication community. The satellite will transmit a large capacity of data at high transmission speed of 1 Mbps within occupied bandwidth of merely 290 kHz through a modulation of 32APSK in the S band.

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STARS-Me A Mother

Shizuoka University

University

Japan

1U

2018-09-15

Two 1U CubeSats having basic functions independently, and each satellite communicates with the ground station independently. The two CubeSats are connected by a tether. A climber will traverse on the deployed tether. The climber uses Bluetooth to transmit the data to a ground station via a CubeSat of STARS-Me. It will be the first time in the world that a climber traverse on a tether, and we are planning to gather the image data of the climber.

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STARS-Me B Daughter

Shizuoka University

University

Japan

1U

2018-09-15

Two 1U CubeSats having basic functions independently, and each satellite communicates with the ground station independently. The two CubeSats are connected by a tether. A climber will traverse on the deployed tether. The climber uses Bluetooth to transmit the data to a ground station via a CubeSat of STARS-Me. It will be the first time in the world that a climber traverse on a tether, and we are planning to gather the image data of the climber.

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ITASAT 1

Technological Institute of Aeronautics

University

Brazil

6U

2018-09-28

It carries several experimental payloads: a data collection system, a GPS receiver and a camera system providing a ground resolution of about 80 m.

National Institute for Space Research (INPE), Northeast Regional Center (CRN), Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), IAE, University of Santa Maria (RS);

ICE-Cap (Integrated Communications Extension Capability)

US Navy PEO Space Systems

Military

US

3U

2018-09-28

System will demonstrate the ability to communicate through the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) to send data directly to users on secure networks. ICE-Cap will also show the ability to relay communications from a user near the North Pole to another user half way around the world.

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MicroMAS-2 B

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Validate new ultra-compact and low-power technology for CubeSat-sized microwave radiometers and validate operational high-performance cross-track scanner technology and CubeSat attitude control and stabilization. It will raise the technology readiness level of the radiometer and scanner from five to seven.

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MiTEE-B (Miniature Tether Electrodynamics Experiment)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Assess the feasibility of using miniature electrodynamic (ED) tethers in space as means to provide “propellantless” thrust to maneuver new classes of very small satellites (so-called “picosats” and “femotsats”), that can be the size of your “smart-phone” and smaller, and also make up for atmospheric drag as they orbit around the Earth. The key questions we need to understand center on the physical dynamics (how it moves) and electrodynamics (how it flows currents through the conducting tether and generates thrust).

Demonstration mission of a spacecraft capable of performing inspection, maintenance and assembly on another spacecraft. It will demonstrate ultrafast booting and power-up operation of system electronics and the low-risk inspection of the exterior of a spacecraft by a passive, flyaway probe.

Demonstrate a short interval, cost-effective, on-orbit platform for enhanced qualification of components for space flight. The data collected will be used to validate and improve computer models used to predict radiation tolerance of integrated circuits. Also serve as a communications relay for amateurs worldwide via the onboard transponder system. The communications and experiment missions will run concurrently.

The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT)

CAPE-3 (Cape III)

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University

US

1U

2018-09-29

Educational mission that will fly the Smartphone CubeSat Classroom, which allows anyone with a smartphone to set up a ground station with a kit. Interactive educational activities will give students the ability to interact with the CubeSat via an app on their smartphone and use their smartphone to design their own CubeSat experiments.

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CP12 (ExoCube2)

California Polytechnic State University

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Acquiring in-situ densities of ions and neutrals in the upper ionosphere and lower exosphere. ExoCube 2 uses a gated time-of-flight spectrometer developed by NASA Goddard.

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INCA (Ionospheric Neutron Content Analyzer)

New Mexico State University

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Study the latitude and time dependencies of the neutron spectrum in low-Earth orbit for the first time to improve current space weather models and mitigate threats to space and airborne assets. The data acquired from the INCA mission will help to expand space weather models and contribute to further understanding of the radiation belts.

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center and the University of New Hampshire

PolarCube

University of Colorado at Boulder

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Primary research goal of demonstrating atmospheric sounding and sea ice/ice-free ocean detection and mapping over the Polar Regions. The secondary focus is an educational goal to integrate and fly a passive radiometer while working closely with science and engineering experts.

Air Force Research Labs

ALBus (Advanced Electrical Bus)

NASA Glenn Research Center

Agency

US

3U

2018-09-29

The goals of the mission are to demonstrate efficient battery charging in the orbital environment, 100 Watt distribution to a target electrical load, flexible power system distribution interfaces, adaptation of power system control on orbit and successful deployment of solar arrays and antennas using resettable shape memory alloy mechanisms.

PICS 2 (Passive Inspection CubeSat)

Brigham Young University

University

US

1U

2018-09-29

Demonstration mission of a spacecraft capable of performing inspection, maintenance and assembly on another spacecraft. It will demonstrate ultrafast booting and power-up operation of system electronics and the low-risk inspection of the exterior of a spacecraft by a passive, flyaway probe.

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MiTEE-A (Miniature Tether Electrodynamics Experiment)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2018-09-29

Assess the feasibility of using miniature electrodynamic (ED) tethers in space as means to provide “propellantless” thrust to maneuver new classes of very small satellites (so-called “picosats” and “femotsats”), that can be the size of your “smart-phone” and smaller, and also make up for atmospheric drag as they orbit around the Earth. The key questions we need to understand center on the physical dynamics (how it moves) and electrodynamics (how it flows currents through the conducting tether and generates thrust).

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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CSIM (CSIM-FD, CSIM FD, (Compact Solar Irradiance Monitor)

University of Colorado

University

US

6U

2018-09-30

Observe the solar spectral irradiance, will be transmitting a beacon signal and spacecraft telemetry and health periodically for amateur operators to detect and decode via a public telemetry decoder.

Meteo France. Built by Blue Canyon.

Polar Scout A (ORS-7, Polar Scout 1, ORS-7)

US Coast Guard

Military

US

6U

2018-09-30

Provide a maritime surveillance capability for the U.S. Coast Guard. The objective is to prove out the capability of analytics as an emerging market enterprise and demonstrate a maritime geolocation.

U.S. Homeland, Raytheon, U.S. Air Force, NOAA

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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KNACKSAT (KMUTNB Academic Challenge of Knowledge SATellite)

King Mongkut University of Technology

University

Thailand

1U

2018-09-30

Testing in-house developed subsystems in orbit. Studying 3-axis attitude control using magnetic torques. Testing in-house developed transmitter and receiver in orbit and take picture of Earth by CMOS camera.

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MOVE-II

Technical University of München

University

Germany

1U

2018-09-30

Detecting antiprotons in South Atlantic Anomaly.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Reaktor Hello World

Reaktor Space Lab

Company

Finland

2U

2018-09-30

Take landscape images from space. Primary objective of the Reaktor software company at this stage is mainly to learn more about the activities of the satellites and the opportunities it offers.

Aalto University

Hamilton 1

Kubos

Company

US

1U

2018-09-30

Test flight of Kubos's flight control open-source flight control and mission management software.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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SeaHawk-1

University of North Carolina Wilmington

University

US

3U

2018-09-30

Enhance the ability of the earth sciences to observe ocean color in high temporal and spatial resolution modes through the use of a low-cost, next generation, miniature ocean color sensor flown aboard a CubeSat.

Better understand the energy distribution of solar flare soft X-ray (SXR) emissions and its impact on Earth’s ionosphere, thermosphere, and mesosphere (ITM). MinXSS-2 will be in a polar orbit and will have a significantly longer lifetime than MinXSS.

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COPPER 2 (Close Orbiting Propellant Plume and Elemental Recognition)

Saint Louis University

University

US

3U

2018-09-30

Reflight of COPPER. Imaging mission: Flight-test the abilities of a commercially available compact uncooled microbolometer array to take infrared images of Earth’s oceans and atmosphere. Radiation mission: Improve the predictive performance modeling of radiation effects on small, modern space electronics devices by collecting radiation particle collision data from electronics monitoring experiments and relaying the data to the ground.

Carry a linear inverting transponder for radio amateurs around the world to operate, it will also broadcast SSTV images periodically, and the content of these images will reflect the Jordanian culture and its historical heritage. The project also aims to build up space capability related to CubeSat technology in Jordan.

The Royal Jordanian Radio Amateur Society (RJRAS)

Suomi 100 (Finland100)

Aalto University

University

Finland

1U

2018-09-30

Part of the programme of centenary of Finland’s independence in 2017. The satellite’s payload is a wide-view high detail camera and a low frequency receiver.

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Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-v xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2018-09-30

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Fox-1C

The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT)

Company

US

1U

2018-09-30

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Elysium-Star 2 (Shooting Star Memorial)

Elysium Space

Company

US

1U

2018-09-30

It will carry loved one ashes, lock of hairs, or meaningful mementos provided by the participants.

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Polar Scout B (ORS-7, Polar Scout 2, ORS-7)

US Coast Guard

Military

US

6U

2018-09-30

Provide a maritime surveillance capability for the U.S. Coast Guard. The objective is to prove out the capability of analytics as an emerging market enterprise and demonstrate a maritime geolocation.

U.S. Homeland, Raytheon, U.S. Air Force, NOAA

PW-Sat 2

Warsaw University of Technology

University

Poland

2U

2018-09-30

Test two innovative engineering solutions for deorbitation system and sun sensor device. Main experiment – a 2 x 2 m deorbit sail will dramatically decrease the lifetime of the satellite’s orbit after mission end (planned 40 days). There will also be a custom designed Sun sensor consisting of four specially aligned walls with ambient light sensors.

ROSE-1

Phase Four

Company

US

6U

2018-09-30

Smallest RF thruster on a satellite. First plasma engine on a CubeSat.

Demonstrate the deployment of a 32 m2 solar sail from a 3-unit CubeSat platform. Following deployment from the launch vehicle, LightSail-A will power on engineering subsystems, and a system checkout will be performed.

Measure and record in-situ telemetry data from within the P-POD during launch. Specifically, the CP9 and StangSat CubeSats will record thermal data with a k-type thermocouple and dynamic data using two sets of accelerometers measuring ranges of ±10g and ±100g. Demonstrate new technologies within the P-POD platform, including power-on capability and more notably, wireless communication.

Merritt Island High School

Stangsat

Merritt Island High School

School

US

1U

2018-10-30

Primary mission is to measure shock and vibration data during launch. We will be the first CubeSat to be powered on. We also are partnering with a 2U (University) CubeSat and will be wirelessly transmitting through RF our data to them during launch.

California Polytechnic State University

TBEx-B (Tandem Beacon Experiment)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2018-10-30

Tandem pair of CubeSats, each carrying tri-frequency radio beacons, in near identical, low inclination orbits and a cluster of diagnostic sensors on five islands in the Central Pacific sector. The science objectives and goals of TBEx are to study how the dynamics and processes in the troposphere can act to cause variability in the behavior of the upper atmosphere and ionosphere.

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TEPCE A (Tether Electrodynamics Propulsion CubeSat Experiment)

Naval Research Lab

Military

US

1.5U

2018-10-30

Joined by a 1 km tether to test electrodynamic tether propulsion.

United States Air Force

PSAT-2

US Naval Academy Satellite Lab

University

US

1.5U

2018-10-30

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Aerospace Corp, Office of Naval Research of the US Navy

TEPCE B (Tether Electrodynamics Propulsion CubeSat Experiment)

Naval Research Lab

Military

US

1.5U

2018-10-30

Joined by a 1 km tether to test electrodynamic tether propulsion.

United States Air Force

TBEx-A (Tandem Beacon Experiment)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2018-10-30

Tandem pair of CubeSats, each carrying tri-frequency radio beacons, in near identical, low inclination orbits and a cluster of diagnostic sensors on five islands in the Central Pacific sector. The science objectives and goals of TBEx are to study how the dynamics and processes in the troposphere can act to cause variability in the behavior of the upper atmosphere and ionosphere.

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TJREVERB

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

School

US

1U

2018-11-08

Full duplex UHF/VHF uplink transceiver provided by AMSAT, and will assist students in learning the components of a working satellite, evaluating multiple communication methods, developing communication methodologies, and managing workflow.

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UNITE (Undergraduate Nano Ionospheric Temperature Explorer)

Purdue University

University

US

3U

2018-11-08

Make a series of global measurements in the lower ionosphere, take space weather measurements, assess drag, and take temperature measurements to compare against thermal models.

University of Southern Indiana, Near Space Launch

Światowid

SatRevolution

Company

Poland

2U

2018-11-08

Perform detailed studies of changes in the magnetic field and the Earth gravity. Imaging the Earth in 4m resolution (obtained through the use of an innovative lens. If succeed, it would become the first Polish-made commercial and private satellite.

Investigate three navigation and control technology demonstrations utilizing strain-actuated deployable panels, an active thermal system for small spacecraft, and single-photon avalanche detectors.

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SASSI2

University of Illinois

University

US

3U

2018-11-08

Characterize the flow and radiation generated by the diffuse bow shock formed during high-speed flight through the upper atmosphere. Optical spectrographic measurements of the radiation will provide benchmark data for flow, radiation, and materials modeling, improving aerothermal reentry models.

Purdue University, Bradley University

VCC 1 (Virginia Cubesat Constellation 1)

Virginia Space Grant Consortium

University

US

1U

2018-11-08

1. Obtain measurements of the orbital decay of multiple satellites to obtain in situ quantification of atmospheric drag and the variability of atmospheric properties.
2. Evaluate and demonstrate a system to determine and communicate relative and absolute spacecraft position across an orbiting constellation.

Consortium consists of Old Dominion University, Virginia Tech, University of Virginia and Hampton University.

VCC 2 (Virginia Cubesat Constellation 2)

Virginia Space Grant Consortium

University

US

1U

2018-11-08

1. Obtain measurements of the orbital decay of multiple satellites to obtain in situ quantification of atmospheric drag and the variability of atmospheric properties.
2. Evaluate and demonstrate a system to determine and communicate relative and absolute spacecraft position across an orbiting constellation.

Consortium consists of Old Dominion University, Virginia Tech, University of Virginia and Hampton University.

SOCRATES

University of Minnesota

University

US

3U

2018-11-08

Advance a Gamma Ray Incidence Detector (GRID) sensor from TRL 5 to 7. The sensor is being developed to make accurate positioning, navigation and timing measurements for CubeSats.

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VCC 3 (Virginia Cubesat Constellation 3)

Virginia Space Grant Consortium

University

US

1U

2018-11-08

1. Obtain measurements of the orbital decay of multiple satellites to obtain in situ quantification of atmospheric drag and the variability of atmospheric properties.
2. Evaluate and demonstrate a system to determine and communicate relative and absolute spacecraft position across an orbiting constellation.

Consortium consists of Old Dominion University, Virginia Tech, University of Virginia and Hampton University.

KrakSat

AGH University of Science and Technology

University

Poland

2U

2018-11-08

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Built by SatRevolution, Jagiellonian University

CySat 1

Iowa State University

University

US

3U

2018-11-08

Design, build, test, and fly ISU's first satellite. Establish platform for future ISU satellites. Provide a real world application for students to apply knowledge and course work. Successfully integrate radiometers.

Softronics

SPACE HAUC 1

University of Massachusetts

University

US

3U

2018-11-08

Hands-on student training mission that will also demonstrate X-band beam steering from a CubeSat platform.

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TechEdSat-8

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

6U

2018-11-08

Further develop and demonstrate the Exo-Brake system through full recovery of a payload.

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OrigamiSat-1

Tokyo Institute of Technology

University

Japan

3U

2018-11-30

Membrane deployment mission: an highly functional membrane structure is deployed, and its deployment behavior and deployed shapes are measured in orbit. Amateur radio mission: To enhance radio communication skills, 5.84GHz high-speed transmission.

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Aoba-Velox-IV

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

2U

2018-11-30

Observe Lunar Horizon Glow. Capture image of horizon while passing from day side to night side and to capture Earth night view image via low-light camera.

Provide amateur communications, including transmission of images in SSTV format. Dr. Kesan said that there would be some commemorative signs on the satellite’s body, marking the 70th anniversary of Russian-Indian diplomatic relations.

Space Kidz India (SKI)

QARMAN

VKI (von karman Institute)

Institute

Belgium

3U

2018-12-31

Perform an atmospheric entry experiment to Earth and collect real flight data for highly affordable costs. It will perform experiments on stability during the the orbit phase and measurements of ablation and radiation during re-entry.

QB50,

LUME-1

University of Vigo

University

Italy

2U

2018-12-31

IOD Platform for the validation of TOTEM, a Software Defined Radio payload. It will incorporate, in a very reduced volume, UHF and S-band communications; together with spectrum monitoring capabilities.

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EdgeCube

Sonoma State University

University

US

1U

2018-12-31

Measurement the red edge, the region of rapid change in leaf reflectance from changes in vegetation chlorophyll absorption and mesophyll scattering due to seasons or stress.

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PINO (Payload-IN-Orbit demonstration)

NLR Netherlands Aerospace Centre

Agency

Netherlands

3U

2018-12-31

A thermal experiment involving a mechanically pumped two-phase heat
transport system using a stacked configuration of micro-pumps and an attitude experiment
consisting of a small reaction wheel and a fibre optic gyroscope.

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EAGLET-1

CGS

Company

Italy

3U

2018-12-31

Precursor to 20 satellite constellation planned for 2018.

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HSAT-1

Harris Corp

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Orbital testbed for technology development. HSAT-1 is licensed to collect 698 meter resolution panchromatic images of the Earth, as well as deployable appendages on the satellite.

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SunCube 1

Arizona State University

University

US

SunCube

2018-12-31

First SunCube, 3 cm by 3 cm by 3 cm.

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NSLSat-1

NSLComm

Company

Israel

6U

2018-12-31

Demonstrator for SkyFi constellation. Test the deployable antenna and high power payload of 1 Gbps downlink.

Platform built by Clyde Space

JAISAT-1

RAIST (Radio Amateur Society of Thailand)

Non-profit

Thailand

1U

2018-12-31

Linear transponder for SSB/CW communications, APRS, a packet bulletin board system (PBBS) and a HD camera for imaging.

SORTIE (Scintillation Observations and Response of The Ionosphere to Electrodynamics)

ASTRA (Atmospheric & Space Technology Research Associates)

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Advance understanding of ionospheric irregularities and the roles of various drivers in their formation in order to improve predictive capabilities.

The University of Texas at Dallas, Air Force Research Laboratory, COSMIAC, Boston College

Discovery (QBUS 3)

Stanford University

University

US

2U

2018-12-31

QB50.

QB50,

EXCITE-1 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Astrocast 0.1 (ACN-0)

Astrocast (previously ELSE)

Company

Switzerland

3U

2018-12-31

Low data M2M and IoT services. The goal of the mission is to demonstrate all the satellite functionalities and multi satellite operations.

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SPOC Sat (Spectral Ocean Color Satellite)

University of Georgia

University

US

2U

2018-12-31

The primary objective of this mission is to perform the first moderate resolution multispectral analysis of the following phenomenon: Vegetation Heath, Primary productivity, Ocean productivity, Near-coastal Sediment, Organic Matter, and mapping the production of Shelf waters and Salt marshes.

Science laboratory that will be the world’s first CubeSat centrifuge. It will enable a unique set of science and technology experiments to be performed on a CubeSat to answer fundamental questions of how the solar system formed and understand the surface dynamics of asteroids and comets.

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BRO-1

UnSeenLabs

Company

France

6U

2018-12-31

Spectrum monitoring service.

GomSpace

Tomsk-TPU 1 TBD

Tomsk Polytechnic University

University

Russia

3U

2018-12-31

Measuring the position among them and towards the Earth – these are the first actions of the ‘swarm.’

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EXCITE-2 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

NANOSATC-BR2

National Institute for Space Research

Institute

Brazil

2U

2018-12-31

Langmuir probe, attitude determination system.

Brazilian National Institute of Space Research (INPE/MCTI), Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM).

TY-1

Northwestern Polytechnical University

University

China

2U

2018-12-31

Communication experiment and testing the performance of our component, such as the star tracker and the solar panel.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

SNUSat-2

Seoul National University

University

South Korea

3U

2018-12-31

Early point of interest scanning mission for disaster monitoring using wide angle and high resolution cameras.

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UWE-4

University of Würzburg

University

Germany

1U

2018-12-31

It is the first in the UWE series of pico-satellites to incorporate a propulsion system.

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EXCITE-3 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

U2U

Air Force Research Laboratory

Military

US

2U

2018-12-31

U2U carries the Electron and Globalstar Mapping (EGM) Experiment.

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3CAT1

Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC, BarcelonaTECH)

University

Spain

1U

2018-12-31

Find out how plasma conditions at space Affect wireless energy transmission under a modular satellite schema.

Measure low energy neutron flux in the low Earth orbit (LEO) environment. Can contribute to understanding the complex relationship between Earth and Sun through mapping neutron abundances LEO. Will evaluate the variability of galactic cosmic radiation as a function of solar variability. We will pay attention to unusual neutron abundances in relation to solar flares, solar particle events, and disturbances of the Earthʻs magnetic field.

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EXCITE-4 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

DIME (Double-probe Instrumentation for Measuring Electric-fields)

ASTRA (Atmospheric & Space Technology Research Associates)

Company

US

1.5U

2018-12-31

Monitoring electric fields in Low-Earth Orbit. Addresses the need for an inexpensive and robust space-weather monitor that meets requirements for specification and forecasting. DIME will provide the first-ever capability for measuring electric fields and monitoring critical space-weather effects on the ionosphere from a CubeSat.

Utah State University, Air Frorce Research Laboratory

EXCITE-5 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

SIPS (Scanning Imaging Photometer Systems)

ASTRA (Atmospheric & Space Technology Research Associates)

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Low cost and versatile sensor for UV remote sensing of the ionosphere Capable of providing night-time images of the ionosphere enabling almost continuous monitoring of the night-side ionosphere.

VPM (Very low frequency Particle Mapper)

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)

Military

US

6U

2018-12-31

Critical augmentation for the AFRL Demonstration and Science Experiment (DSX) satellite. Answers key DSX physics: Can we transmit VLF across the space plasma sheath into the far-field. Sensors to observe precipitating energetic particles induced by DSX

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EXCITE-6 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Landmapper-HD 2 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2018-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

CIRiS (Compact Infrared Radiometer in Space)

Utah State University

University

US

6U

2018-12-31

Technology demonstration mission of an imaging radiometer instrument for the 7 to 13 um infrared wavelength range. It will raise the technology readiness level of the new uncooled detector and carbon nanotube source from level 5 to 6, enabling future reduced cost missions to study the hydrologic cycle, characterization of ocean/atmosphere interactions vegetation and land use management.

NASA, Ball Aerospace

AeroCube-9 (LMPC CubeSat)

The Aerospace Corporation

Non-profit

US

3U

2018-12-31

A CubeSat Flight Demonstration of a Photon-counting Infrared Detector. New detector with high quantum efficiency and single photon level response at several important remote sensing wavelength detection bands from 0.9 to 4.0 microns.

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

OPEN (OpenOrbiter, OPEN: Open Prototype for Educational NanoSats)

Univeristy of North Dakota

University

US

1U

2018-12-31

Creating an Open Prototype for Educational NanoSats (OPEN) is an open-hardware program combined with open source software to operate and communicate with the spacecraft. Test the capabilities of a 5 x 5 x 8 cm 3D printer in space. Used to determine how certain printing materials behave in microgravity and when exposed to the temperatures and radiation of low Earth orbit.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EXCITE-8 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EXCITE-9 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

PATRIOT (A Cubesat NEO Assessment Precursor Mission)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

The primary payload is the CubeSat Ambipolar Thruster (CAT) engine, which uses a high plasma density RF helicon source with a converging-diverging throat combined with an expanding magnetic nozzle.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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CIRAS (CubeSat Infrared Atmospheric Sounder)

NASA

Agency

US

6U

2018-12-31

Enable hyperspectral infrared atmospheric sounding on a CubeSat. Develop system capable of meeting the temperature and water vapor measurement requirements of the AIRS and CrIS instruments data products in the lower troposphere. Demonstration mission of three key infrared (IR) sensing and cryogenic technologies designed to reduce the size and cost of future space-borne IR remote-sensing instruments.

EXCITE-10 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Rupercorp Constellation Demo

Rupercorp

Company

Argentina

2U

2018-12-31

Precursor for a succeeding constellation. purpose of the demonstrator is to take initial low-resolution sample pictures of agricultural activities over certain territories; hence the satellite tasking is one of the most critical functions of the mission. The remote-sensing imagery gathered by subsequent constellation will have a wide range of uses – from agriculture management, crops health monitoring to tracking biodiversity trends in certain areas.

Built by Nanoavionics

KEOSat (Karten Earth Observation Satellite)

Karten Space

Company

Spain

6U

2018-12-31

An optical instrument to take images of the Earth with a resolution between 3 and 5 meters, and an Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver to detect the AIS signals.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EXCITE-11 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

UoMBSat1

University of Malta

University

Malta

PocketQube 1p

2018-12-31

Study the properties of an ionised region of the Earth’s upper atmosphere (known as the ionosphere). This first launch will pave the way for a constellation of eight such satellites that will spread over a larger geographical area and hence gain better coverage of the ionosphere.

University of Birmingham

Fleet-2

Fleet Space

Company

Australia

3U

2018-12-31

IoT satellite network.

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HuskySat-1

University of Washington

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate onboard plasma propulsion and high gain telemetry for LEO that would be a precursor for an attempt at a larger CubeSat designed for orbital insertion at the Moon.

Low data M2M and IoT services. The goal of the mission is to demonstrate all the satellite functionalities and multi satellite operations.

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SAMSON A

Israel Institute Of Technology

University

Israel

6U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate long-term autonomous cluster flight of multiple satellites, with algorithms based on DSSL’s ERC-funded FADER study; and determine the position of a radiating electromagnetic terrestrial source based on time difference of arrival (TDOA) and/or frequency difference of arrival (FDOA).

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EXCITE-12 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

SAMSON B

Israel Institute Of Technology

University

Israel

6U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate long-term autonomous cluster flight of multiple satellites, with algorithms based on DSSL’s ERC-funded FADER study; and determine the position of a radiating electromagnetic terrestrial source based on time difference of arrival (TDOA) and/or frequency difference of arrival (FDOA).

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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EXCITE-13 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Morgana (Meteoroid On-orbit Research in Geopsace for Advancing Near-earth Awareness)

Stanford University

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

CubeSat mission to study the meteoroid population particularly in the low mass range (1 g - 1 ng) and to analyze the electrical eects of hypervelocity impacts from meteoroids and orbital debris in space.

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FloripaSat I

Federal University of Santa Catarina

University

Brazil

1U

2018-12-31

Dual RF channel 70 MHz – 6 GHz Software Defined Radio (SDR) with on-board FPGA-based processing (under development). Design, build, and test a satellite. Launch the satellite and communicate with it using the ground and space systems. Develop most of the modules used in the mission.

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Perseus-O 2

Dauria Aerospace

Company

Russia

6U

2018-12-31

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

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SAMSON C

Israel Institute Of Technology

University

Israel

6U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate long-term autonomous cluster flight of multiple satellites, with algorithms based on DSSL’s ERC-funded FADER study; and determine the position of a radiating electromagnetic terrestrial source based on time difference of arrival (TDOA) and/or frequency difference of arrival (FDOA).

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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XS-Sat

Sonoma State University

University

US

1U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate Gamma Ray astronomy with a CadmiumZincTelluride array. Test the control of the spin rate with the micro-thrusters.

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EXCITE-14 Satlet (eXperiment for Cellular Integration Technologies)

DARPA

Military

US

Satlet 7.5 kg

2018-12-31

The DARPA satlets are modular small satellites each 10 centimeters high and 20 centimeters square with a mass of 7.5 kilograms. Mission is to demonstrate the ability to build a satellite bus like a biological cellular system, using the satlets to form a unique bus around a payload, such as a sensor.

Novawurks, Pumpkin

Perseus-O 3

Dauria Aerospace

Company

Russia

6U

2018-12-31

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Remote sensing platform for performing multispectral imaging of global forests to help understand large-scale biomass production and carbon uptake in both mature and harvested forests.

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CAT

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Key lessons learned from the ORS TECH and RAVAN missions are being applied to this mission.

Blue Canyon Technologies will provide the bus, US Department of Defense

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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CubeBel1

Belarus State University

University

Belarus

2U

2018-12-31

1) To test active magnetic attitude control algorithms; 2) To collect scientific data from radiation spectrometer; 3) To locate position using GPS receiver; 4) To take pictures of Earth from Low Earth Orbit; 5) To collect scientific data from IR sensor.

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Irvine01

Woodbridge High School

School

US

1U

2018-12-31

Built by a team of students from five high schools, with guidance from universities and industry experts. The Irvine01 mission is an educational mission that gives high school students the experience of building, testing, and controlling a nanosatellite, with the aim of developing interest and talent in the engineering field.

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PR CubeSat

University of Puerto Rico

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Main objective is to promote interdisciplinary research in the area of aerospace systems with the collaboration of graduate and undergraduate students from electrical, mechanical and computer engineering departments. The multidisciplinary process consists of the design, simulation, and construction of each subsystem of the Cubesat. Each university is responsible of building at least one subsystem.

University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez (UPRM), the Inter American University of Puerto Rico- Bayamon (UIPRB), the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras (UPRRP), and the University of Turabo, Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company

Tomsk-TPU 2 TBD

Tomsk Polytechnic University

University

Russia

3U

2018-12-31

Measuring the position among them and towards the Earth – these are the first actions of the ‘swarm.’

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Perseus-O 4

Dauria Aerospace

Company

Russia

6U

2018-12-31

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

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Painani-II

University of the Mexican Army and Air Force

University

Mexico

3U

2018-12-31

It will carry a low resolution camera and proposes an S Band downlink using frequency hopping technology for the images.

Mexican Space Agency

Buccaneer Main Mission

Australian Defence Science and Technology Organisation

Military

Australia

3U

2018-12-31

High frequency receiver. The mission will provide performance calibration of some aspects of the Jindalee Over-the-Horizon Radar Network (JORN). The antenna will be stowed during launch and jettison from the launch vehicle.

KARL engineering

SS-1 (Surya Satellite 1)

Surya University

University

Indonesia

1U

2018-12-31

Satellite able to beacon and digipeat Automatic Package Reporting System (APRS) signal.

Together with RSat-D as part of AMODS (Autonomous Mobile On-orbit Diagnostic System)

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PTD-2 (PTHFDR, Pathfinder Technology Demonstrator)

NASA Ames

Agency

US

6U

2018-12-31

Government-furnished technology payloads for a series of flight demonstrations. Flight qualify and characterize a novel thruster pro-vided by Tethers Unlimited, Inc., which uses electrolyzed water as fuel for a small thruster.

NASA Glenn

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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BEESAT-5 (PiNaSys II)

Berlin Technical University

Company

Germany

0.25U

2018-12-31

Pi­co­satel­lite swarm mis­sion is de­vel­oped con­sist­ing of the four quar­ter-unit CubeSats BEESAT-5 to BEESAT-8 with a mass of 330 grams each. The pi­co­satel­lites were de­signed ful­ly re­dun­dant and al­most com­plete sin­gle-fault tol­er­ant. The flight re­sults and the ver­i­fid com­po­nents will be used for fu­ture na­no­satel­lite for­ma­tion and swarm mis­sions of TU Berlin.

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MTCube (ROBUSTA 1C, Memory Test CubeSat)

University of Montpellier

University

France

1U

2018-12-31

Testing memories for future space applications. Then, we have introduced and detailed the SEE test results of the memories selected for flight as part of the MTCube payload, namely, the RES Experiment with an attempt to estimate the in-orbit error rate.

University of Jyväskylä

R2S (UND-Sat)

University of North Dakota

University

US

1U

2018-12-31

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Iowa State University

OSIRIS (OSIRISv3)

DLR (German Aerospace Center)

Agency

Germany

6U

2018-12-31

Demonstration of the OSIRIS optical demonstration payload. In the framework of the OSIRIS program, DLR develops highly compact optical communication payloads for small LEO spacecrafts together with their cooperation partner Tesat-Spacecom.

Tesat-Spacecom. Built by GomSpace.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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CS-1

University of Melbourne

University

Australia

12U

2018-12-31

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BEESAT-6 (PiNaSys II)

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

0.25U

2018-12-31

Pi­co­satel­lite swarm mis­sion is de­vel­oped con­sist­ing of the four quar­ter-unit CubeSats BEESAT-5 to BEESAT-8 with a mass of 330 grams each. The pi­co­satel­lites were de­signed ful­ly re­dun­dant and al­most com­plete sin­gle-fault tol­er­ant. The flight re­sults and the ver­i­fid com­po­nents will be used for fu­ture na­no­satel­lite for­ma­tion and swarm mis­sions of TU Berlin.

High atmospheric research for the spatially resolved characterization of the lower thermosphere, about using the already in successful use on the ISS FIPEX sensors for the determination of the atomic oxygen content, electrostatic probes for the characterization of atmospheric plasma and / or piezoelectric Weltraumschrott- and dust particle detectors. Testing of a miniaturized re-entry capsule using the RICA-heat protection material developed in cooperation at the IRS and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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BEESAT-7 (PiNaSys II)

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

0.25U

2018-12-31

Pi­co­satel­lite swarm mis­sion is de­vel­oped con­sist­ing of the four quar­ter-unit CubeSats BEESAT-5 to BEESAT-8 with a mass of 330 grams each. The pi­co­satel­lites were de­signed ful­ly re­dun­dant and al­most com­plete sin­gle-fault tol­er­ant. The flight re­sults and the ver­i­fid com­po­nents will be used for fu­ture na­no­satel­lite for­ma­tion and swarm mis­sions of TU Berlin.

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LAICE (Lower Atmosphere/Ionosphere Coupling Experiment)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

University

US

6U

2018-12-31

Systematically observe gravity waves with large verticalwavelengths at lower F‐region heights, and correlate on a global scale remotely‐sensed wave‐induced airglow perturbations in the upper mesosphere with in-situ measurements of ion and neutral density fluctuations at higher altitudes.

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TRISAT

University of Maribor

University

Slovenia

3U

2018-12-31

The primary mission objective is to perform IOD of the satellite platform with focus on:–evaluating the suitability of the power, communication, on-board data handling and imaging hardware systems for use in a space environment. Additional objectives include:–acquisition of payload data from the satellite for research purposes–providing a satellite platform for educational purposes for students at the University of Maribor.

SkyLabs

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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BEESAT-8 (PiNaSys II)

Berlin Technical University

University

Germany

0.25U

2018-12-31

Pi­co­satel­lite swarm mis­sion is de­vel­oped con­sist­ing of the four quar­ter-unit CubeSats BEESAT-5 to BEESAT-8 with a mass of 330 grams each. The pi­co­satel­lites were de­signed ful­ly re­dun­dant and al­most com­plete sin­gle-fault tol­er­ant. The flight re­sults and the ver­i­fid com­po­nents will be used for fu­ture na­no­satel­lite for­ma­tion and swarm mis­sions of TU Berlin.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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SporeSat2

NASA Ames

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Space biology science experiment project to investigate biophysical mechanisms of plant gravity sensing using “labon- a-chip” experiment approach. Utilize flight proven spacecraft technologies demonstrated on prior Ames nanosatellite missions such as PharmaSat and O/OREOS. Technical objectives focus on refining current lab-on-a-chip sensor system in the development of a new CEL-C Advanced bioCD designed for the micro-satellite platform.

Purdue University, Santa Clara University

IGOSat

Université de Paris 7 - Diderot

University

France

3U

2018-12-31

Study tsunamis by measuring the luminescence of oxygen at 630 nm. The nanosatellite should measure the flux and spectrum of electrons of 1-20 MeV gamma anomaly in the South Atlantic and polar cusps. It could also save the gamma flux from the Sun, visible on a low orbit.

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Quest-1

Valle Christian High School

School

US

1U

2018-12-31

Give students experience in satellite development tasks. Collect images from space taken by this satellite. Download environmental data from the satellite. Learn about satellite tracking technologies. Teach other schools about satellite development and tracking technologies.

Quest Institute for Quality Education

NanoDragon

Vietnam National Satellite Center

Institute

Vietnam

10 kg

2018-12-31

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SME-SAT (SMESAT)

University of Surrey

University

UK

3U

2018-12-31

The primary purpose of this spacecraft is a technology demonstrator. Each SME in the consortium will be responsible for contributing a particular spacecraft subsystem. These systems/subsystems will be integrated into a nanosatellite forming SME-SAT and allow Small to Medium Enterprises to space qualify and characterise their technologies in the environment of space.

Ion/Neutral mass spectrometer (INMS) provided by QB50 group to study the ion density in troposphere. Payload for carrying out Ionospheric Tomography experiments. GAMANET Communication system as a secondary communication system.

QB50,

Casaa-Sat

Université d'Aix - Marseille

University

France

2U

2018-12-31

Characterize the Magnetic Anomaly of the South Atlantic (a particle sensor and a tiny camera).

Autonomous Mobile On-orbit Diagnostic System (AMODS) which utilizes CubeSats to perform on-orbit inspections on conventional spacecraft. AMODS comprises a multiple CubeSat arrangement wherein one self-propelled CubeSat will deliver one of several repair CubeSats with manipulable arms to spacecraft for the purpose of providing diagnostic, maintenance and repair services.

Collect space weather data wirelessly from an energy harvesting RF tag. Demonstrate data collection with different distances between the reader and tag. Provide sustained data throughout the satellite’s life RFTSat subsystems will be built primarily using commercial off the shelf (COTS) components..

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CADRE 1 Target

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

University

Switzerland

4U

2018-12-31

Testing of miniaturized rendezvous sensors (far and close range). Validation of on-board ranging algorithms. Demonstration of motion reconstruction of an uncooperative target using 2-D or 3-D vision-based algorithms. Validation of the hand-over between relative and absolute navigation. Demonstration of close range operations.

Swiss Space Systems

Prospector-X

Deep Space Industries (DSI)

Company

US

3U

2018-12-31

Precursor mission for low-Earth orbit with the intent of flight-demonstrating several key Prospector-1 technologies.

Luxembourg

Parikshit

Manipal Institute of Technology

University

India

2U

2018-12-31

Demostration of the DragEN from Saber Astronautics, which is a portable electrodynamic tether platform for de-orbit of picosatellites, with the potential for further develpment into a power generator tether.

ISRO, Saber Astronautics

CADRE 1 Chaser

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

University

Switzerland

8U

2018-12-31

Testing of miniaturized rendezvous sensors (far and close range). Validation of on-board ranging algorithms. Demonstration of motion reconstruction of an uncooperative target using 2-D or 3-D vision-based algorithms. Validation of the hand-over between relative and absolute navigation. Demonstration of close range operations.

Deploy and rigidize a 1 meter long inflatable UV cured boom from a 1U CubeSat platform in low Earth orbit. Measure attitude behavior of GASPACS to observe the effectiveness of the deployed boom assisting in a passive attitude control system.

The main purposes of BMSTU-Sail space experiment is development of technology for deployment thin film space structures which are spin-stabilized and creating of educational materials for BMSTU students with space-related specialization.

Russian Federal Space Agency, RSC "Energia"

Helios 1

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2018-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

GLADOS (Glint Analyzing Data Observation Satellite)

University at Buffalo (UB)

University

US

6U

2018-12-31

Gather light data on space debris in geostationary orbit. This light data can be used to classify space debris, as well as to characterize the size, shape, and material properties of space debris.Use a space-based platform for collecting multi-band photometric data of glinting geostationary space objects to identify their type, surface materials, and orientation.

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SpooQy-1

National University of Singapore

University

Singapore

3U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate the generation of polarisation-entangled photon pairs in space. Demonstrate that the technologies used on scientific payload, including the new flexure stages, blade mounting and thermal design, are working as intended.

Observe objects that are predicted to pass close to a valuable space asset based on conjunction analysis using the AFSPC (Air Force Space Command ) catalog. Transmit images and positions of observations to the ground. Refinement of orbital parameters of space objects to reduce uncertainty in position estimation and improve accuracy of conjunction analysis.

Verify the structural integrity of the proposed Space Station developed using additive manufacturing.

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PlanetiQ 1

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

EntrySat

ISAE Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace

University

France

3U

2018-12-31

QB50. Study the atmospheric re-entry. The reduced dimensions, 34x10x10 cm, as well as the absence of special protective systems, make it very similar to debris produced during the breakup of a spacecraft. The satellite will collect data about the temperature, heat flux, pressure, drag force, and attitude during re-entry. All data will be transmitted before its destruction using the Iridium communication system.

QB50,

PlanetiQ 2

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

Stars-AO

Shizuoka University

University

Japan

1U

2018-12-31

Super high sensitivity camera WAT-910BD made in WATEC and performed communication with earth station by transceiver on 115.2 kbps transmission rate.

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STUDSAT-2A

Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology

University

India

10 kg

2018-12-31

To demonstrate In-Orbit Separation Mechanism for STUDSAT 2A/2B. To design,develop and implement Drag Sail technology in STUDSAT 2B for re-orbiting. To demonstrate Inter Satellite Communication. To demonstrate Solar Panel and Antenna Deployment mechanism in a Nano satellite. To capture images of Earth with a CMOS multispectral camera.

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PlanetiQ 3

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

STUDSAT-2B

Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology

University

India

10 kg

2018-12-31

To demonstrate In-Orbit Separation Mechanism for STUDSAT 2A/2B. To design,develop and implement Drag Sail technology in STUDSAT 2B for re-orbiting. To demonstrate Inter Satellite Communication. To demonstrate Solar Panel and Antenna Deployment mechanism in a Nano satellite. To capture images of Earth with a CMOS multispectral camera.

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

RANGE-A (Ranging And Nanosatellite Guidance Experiment)

Georgia Tech

University

US

1.5U

2018-12-31

Two cubesats that will fly in a leader-follower formation. The on-board instrumentation will include state-of-the-art global positioning system (GPS) receivers, linked to miniaturized atomic clocks, for precise orbit determination. The relative positions of the satellites will be measured using a compact inter-satellite laser ranging system that will also double as a laser communications system.

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RADSat

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Technological demonstration of the Highly Miniaturized Radiation Monitor. The HMRM is designed to measure radiation in outer space. If the payload has a successful flight test, it will have the capability to serve as a minaturiate and reliable radiation monitor for larger missions.

Delft University of Technology

NANOsky (Misija Trisat)

SkyLabs

Company

Slovenia

3U

2018-12-31

The cube is equipped with instruments for observing Earth in the visible and deep infra-red spectrum.

University of Maribor

PlanetiQ 5

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2018-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

Taurus-1

Aerospace System Engineering Research Institute of Shanghai

University

China

2U

2018-12-31

The amateur radio station onboard will provide telecommand, telemetry and a FM to codec2 digital audio V/U repeater with 67Hz PL tone.

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Buccaneer Flight 3 A

University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy (UNSW Canberra)

Low power FMCW HF Sounding instrument to make topside measurements of the ionosphere from a CubeSat platform.

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RANGE-B (Ranging And Nanosatellite Guidance Experiment)

Georgia Tech

University

US

1.5U

2018-12-31

Two cubesats that will fly in a leader-follower formation. The on-board instrumentation will include state-of-the-art global positioning system (GPS) receivers, linked to miniaturized atomic clocks, for precise orbit determination. The relative positions of the satellites will be measured using a compact inter-satellite laser ranging system that will also double as a laser communications system.

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TY4

Spacety

Company

China

6U

2018-12-31

Space astronomical X-ray polarization detection. Build a X-ray polarization detector. This will provide chance for astronomer and radio amateur to explore unknown universe.

Launch messages collected from the public. Send signal by Digitalker or Morse from the spacecraft and receive it with radio amateurs and children * Hold a space science class using images taken by a camera carried on the spacecraft * Conduct the experiment of high speed transmission of image data by π/4QPSK transmitter & receiver.

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TY3

Spacety

Company

China

6U

2018-12-31

A camera to take photos for deep space. Micro actuator technology to adjust CMOS sensor so as to improve the stability of taking photos. This will provide opportunities for radio amateur to use their simple equipment to get beautiful deep space pictures.

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TY5

Spacety

Company

China

6U

2018-12-31

Test software defined radio technology, which is with high flexibility and general utilization. Build an open, standard and modular hardware platform, and is able to realize different functions by software. This will allow radio amateur to verify their software in space.

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Buccaneer Flight 3 B

University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy (UNSW Canberra)

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

InnoSat-2 (Innovative Satellite 2)

Astronautic Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Company

Malaysia

3U

2018-12-31

Dosimeter, a CMOS camera and an experimental reaction wheel.

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OMS IOD Mission 1

Orbital Micro Systems

Company

UK

3U

2018-12-31

Fast-growing Clyde Space has been commissioned by the Satellite Applications Catapult and Innovate UK to build four CubeSats for the programme. The company’s satellites will eventually be launched from the International Space Station, enabling in-orbit demonstration of technical and business propositions.

Implement a newly designed micro propulsion system on a nanosat in order to confirm its functionality and test its operating parameters for potential use in future platforms needing a more versatile method of propulsion.

Aerospace Corp, Office of Naval Research of the US Navy

Roland-1

University of Bremen

University

Germany

2U

2018-12-31

Demonstrate the feasibility of degradation experiements with technology and to qualify the hardware for future applications.

Optical payload in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to enable low-cost unqueued space object detection and tracking. Inertial bearing and apparent magnitude measurement will be processed on-board and downlinked to Georgia Tech for further processing and distribution.

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Kalam

National Institute of Technology Rourkela

University

India

10 kg

2018-12-31

Estimation of agricultural land used in different seasons. Deforestation and aforestation. Agriculture and forest land area damage due to open cast mining. Estimation of restoration of mined area. Estimation of biodiversity in mining area.

ISRO

iCUBE 2

Islamabad Institute of Science and Technology

Institute

Pakistan

3U

2018-12-31

TBD

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LACCE (LouisianA Coronal mass ejection Correlation Experiment)

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Use its highly elliptical geosynchronous transfer orbit to study the impacts of solar storms to the Earth’s magnetic field, light spectra and radiation belts.

ULA

Landmapper-HD 3 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2018-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

FemtoXat

University of Vigo

University

Spain

1U

2018-12-31

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ELEOsat

Taylor University

University

US

2U

2018-12-31

Test novel and innovative mechanical boom system to deploy sensors away from the spacecraft after launch.

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NITESat (Night Imaging & Tracking Experiment Satellite) )

Adler Planetarium

Non-profit

US

2U

2018-12-31

Acquire high quality nighttime imagery of the Midwest from orbit to measure the quantity and quality of light pollution across a 1000 km x 1000 km area centered on Chicago

Orbital Transports

ADE (Aerodynamic Deorbit Experiment)

Purdue University

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Provide flight qualification and characterize the performance of a deployable drag device to accelerate the deorbit of small satellites following the completion of an operational mission.​

ULA

Landmapper-HD 4 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2018-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

KickSat-2

Cornell University

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Reflight of KickSat. Carry and deploy 200 Sprites. A 1U avionics bus will provide power, communications, and command and data handling functions. A 2U deployer has been developed to house the Sprites. 104 Sprites will be stacked atop a spring-loaded pusher and secured by a nichrome burn wire system.

Demonstrate the effectiveness of nanosatellite platforms for studying spatial and temporal changes in the heat properties of urban environments by conducting a thermal imaging of the city of Phoenix and several others in the U.S.

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DSM-BRAC (M-BARC 1)

University of Michigan

University

US

2U

2018-12-31

Test various systems that are expect to fly aboard a larger, future CubeSat to serve as a time capsule celebrating the school’s 200th anniversary.

ULA

ASELSAT

ITU (Istanbul Technical University

University

Turkey

3U

2018-12-31

GSD of at least 30 meter payload and X Band downlink system is designed and developed.

ASELSAN, Gumush Space, ERTEK Ltd.

TARGIT (LiDAR CubeSat)

Georgia Tech Research Corporation

Non-profit

US

3U

2018-12-31

Assemble, test, and integrate a miniaturized LiDAR imaging camera. A parallel development will also design and test a deployable inflatable that will serve as the lidar camera's primary imaging target.

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HARP (HyperAngular Rainbow Polarimeter)

University of Maryland

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Mission is to measure the microphysical properties of cloud water and ice particles. HARP is a precursor for the new generation of imaging polarimeters to be used for the detailed measurements of aerosol and cloud properties. Space validation of new technology required by the NASA Decadal Survey Aerosol-Cloud-Ecosystem (ACE) mission. Prove the on-flight capabilities of a highly accurate wide FOV hyper-angle imaging polarimeter for characterizing aerosol & cloud properties. Prove that CubeSat technology can provide science-quality Earth Sciences data.

Communicate with our CubeSat in space, and establish a telemetry download. Taking photos of our area (UAE) using a camera as a payload and send the photos back to our ground station. In addition, a new Lithium – Ion battery which is manufactured in Masdar Institute laboratories will be tested in Space.

- The Méditerranée scientific mission in partnership with Météo France to improve the accuracy of weather forecasts around the Mediterranean basin and in particular the forecast of the Cévenol episodes;
- A humanitarian mission in partnership with associations to provide a means of communication between schools located in Burkina Faso in cut-off areas of networks and partner schools in France;
- An engineering mission that will test and qualify an on-board equipment, the Star Tracker , a system of attitude determination in space.

Astronomy mission to study the zodiacal light and imaging of the Milky Way developed by students.

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CubeSAIL

Surrey Space Centre

University

UK

3U

2018-12-31

Deploy a large (up to 5x5 metre) square aluminised Kapton sail, using novel CFRP deployable booms. Demonstrate ‘solar sailing’ in LEO by utilising the solar radiation pressure on the reflective sail to change its orbital inclination.

Airbus, Surrey Satellite Technology

AISTECH2U-1

Aistech Space

Company

Spain

2U

2018-12-31

Technology demonstrator for a future nanosatellites constellation. Will include a M2M communications payload, together with an ADS-B receiver; altogether in a tiny 2U platform.

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NNUSat-2

Northwest Nazarene University

University

US

3U

2018-12-31

Test a system for deploying small, wireless sensor tags from the spacecraft that harvest RF energy and communicate with the spacecraft using a backscatter radio.

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Descent-A (Deorbiting Spacecraft using Electrodynamic Tether)

York University

University

Canada

1U

2019-01-31

Demonstrate the feasibility of deorbiting spacecraft by EDTs. The operation and observation of CubeSat EDT deorbit process will take place over its entire orbital lifetime, which is expected to be roughly 2 months. The deployed system will consist of two 1U-CubeSats (mother and daughter satellite) connected by a 100m long bare tape electrodynamic tether

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SIMBA (Sun-earth IMBAlance)

Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium

Institute

Belgium

3U

2019-03-30

Study the feasibility to monitor with the same instrument both the incoming solar radiation and the earths outgoing radiation.

Experimental 2.2GHz S-Band half duplex radio which will trial a link to an Avanti geo-synchronous satellite called Artemis. The secondary payload is an experimental ADS-B receiver to listen to aircraft beacons. caca

Avanti Plc, Spacebooth, Kubos, GAUSS, Glasgow University

Dream Sat 01

Osaka Institute of Technology

University

Japan

1U

2019-03-31

Amateur Radio Missions - To provide amateur radio operators for mail box service - To provide amateur radio operators for QSL service - To map QSO locations where Dream Sat 01 transmits/receives amateur radio mission data/commands and amateur radio operators transmit/receive them.

NISSIN Co

A&M-3

Aerial & Maritime (GomSpace)

Company

Denmark

3U

2019-03-31

Monitoring the locations of aircraft and vessels in an area from 37 deg North to 37 deg Southn using ADS-B and AIS signals.

Water level and water quality monitoring of medium-to-large sweet water reservoirs in Africa. Education of students in CubeSat design, and water management. Precursor to 4 spacecraft constellation.

German Space Operations Center, African Steering Committee of the IAF

LinkSat

University at Buffalo (UB)

University

US

3U

2019-03-31

Measure the orbital radio frequency noise environment across commonly used nano-satellite frequency bands. It aims to create a numerical model of the noise environment capturing geographic variation, time-of-day variation, and statistical properties that will be used to predict the performance of small satellite communication systems.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Helios 3

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Helios 4

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Libertad-2

Sergio Arboleda University

University

Colombia

3U

2019-12-31

Launch a nanosatellite into space with an optical camera in order to capture and transmit images from space to Earth.

First high school team to design, fund, build, test, launch, and communicate with an imaging CubeSat and a 3D-printed chassis—using polyether ether ketone, PEEK.

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Landmapper-HD 9 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Helios 5

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

AzTechSat-1

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

1U

2019-12-31

Communicates with the GlobalStar satellite constellation to improve the transit of data to Earth.

STEM outreach by sending live video space-to-ground to tracking stations built and operated by high schools. This CubeSat will use a reaction wheel system for attitude control and pointing of the onboard camera, and high-gain antennas.

Oregon Sate University, University of Oregon, OregonTech, Lane Benton Community College, Portland Community College

Helios 6

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Demonstrate a low-cost CubeSat platform capable of measuring cloud fraction, cloud top height, and cloud top wind with performance comparable to the best data obtained from NASA’s flagship Earth-observing spacecraft.

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Landmapper-HD 10 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Kepler 7

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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UoS3 (Project BLAST, University of Southampton Small Satellite)

University of Southampton

University

UK

1U

2019-12-31

Obtain position and attitude data for the validation of atmospheric models and space object re-entry prediction software. Design, build, test and operate a CubeSat. Obtain photographs of Europe and transmit them to the ground for public relations and outreach purposes.

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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ANGELS (Argos Neo on a Generic Economical and Light Satellite)

CNES

Agency

France

6U

2019-12-31

Argos-Neo instrument whose development is provided by Thales Alenia Space and Syrlinks. Argos Neo is a miniaturized data collection instrument

Nexeya, CS, Erems, Mecano-ID, SAFT, Spacebell and Steel

OCEAN-SCAN 1

SRT Marine Systems

Company

UK

3U

2019-12-31

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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MOCI (Mapping and Ocean Color Imager)

University of Georgia

University

US

3U

2019-12-31

Perform structure from motion (SfM) in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and generate 3D point clouds of large scale structures on the Earth's surface. First time a CubeSat has specialized in building 3D models using structure from motion. Researchers can use this data to make better predictions about climate models, environmental impacts, measure natural resources, and distinguish geographical changes over time.

Obtain images of Transient Luminous Events in the upper atmosphere. The image processing payload consists of a multi-anode photon multiplier tube(MaPMT), a camera, and a real-time image processing engine built by using SoC (System-on-Chip) FPGA technologies.

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SwampSat II (SwampSat-2)

University of Florida

University

US

3U

2019-12-31

Test a boom and antenna spooling and deployment mechanism to support a matched very low frequency (VLF) antenna receiver pair and experimentally quantify VLF electromagnetic wave propagation through the lower ionosphere.

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Built by Clyde Space

Kepler 6

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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NEXUS (Next Education X (cross) Unique Satellite)

Nihon University

University

Japan

1U

2019-12-31

Provide amateur radio communications via the 145/435 MHz transponder and SSTV. Download pictures from the 640×480 pixel camera. Operate the data downlink at 38400 bps QPS. Compare the performance of the data downlink when using AFSK, GMSK and QPSK modes.

Japan Amateur satellite communications Association (JAMSAT)

FEES (Flexible Experimental Embedded Satellite)

GP Advanced Projects

Company

Italy

300 g

2019-12-31

Test in orbit different technologies not yet space qualified and crucial for the further development and exploitation of miniaturized space platforms: in-orbit test of attitude determination/control architecture, commercial GPS receivers,
IRIDIUM signal exploitation, test of a Software Defined Radio, Earth imaging with a multispectral camera.

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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ArduOrbiter-1

Amateur group

Non-profit

UK

PocketQube 1p

2019-12-31

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3-STAR

Polytechnic University of Turin

University

Italy

3U

2019-12-31

The GEOID (GENSO Experimental Orbital Initial Demonstration) initiative wants to settle an orbiting constellation of Cubesats to be operated by the GENSO ground-stations network. GEOID is expected to be the communication backbone of the initial version of the HUMSAT system. The 3-star will be one of the nine cubesats in the GEOID constellation. The project aims at educating and inspiring space engineering students on complex systems development and operations, international cooperation and team work.

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Built by Clyde Space

Kepler 9

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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TOM 2

University of Würzburg

University

Germany

1U

2019-12-31

Photogrammetric Ash Cloud Observation by a Formation of three Small Satellites.

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Built by Clyde Space

DeMi (Deformable Mirror Demonstration)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

6U

2019-12-31

Characterize and calibrate the performance of a MEMS deformable mirror over a longduration on-orbit mission. Measure mirror surface to <100 nm. Demonstrate the use of these mirrors as intended for high contrast imaging.

NASA, Built by Blue Canyon.

Kepler 10

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Built by Clyde Space

SeaHawk-2

University of North Carolina Wilmington

University

US

3U

2019-12-31

Enhance the ability of the earth sciences to observe ocean color in high temporal and spatial resolution modes through the use of a low-cost, next generation, miniature ocean color sensor flown aboard a CubeSat.

Maritime monitoring satellite constellation, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The satellites will enable SRT to sell long range vessel detection and tracking data to SRT MDA system customers and generate recurring revenue for SRT.

Built by Clyde Space

Kepler 12

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

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Anant

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

University

India

3U

2019-12-31

Hyperspectral camera as a payload. Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) will be used to implement computationally intensive compression algorithms for hyperspectral images, and demonstrate the feasibility of hyperspectral imaging to perform water quality monitoring by sampling in the visible-near IR band on a nanosatellite.

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Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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SCION 1 (SCintillation and Ionospheric Occultation Nanosats)

University of Michigan

University

US

1U

2019-12-31

A CubeSat–based mission designed to make multipoint, GPS TEC and scintillation observations of the ionosphere on the ~1 km spatial scales associated with communication and navigation system degradation.

A CubeSat–based mission designed to make multipoint, GPS TEC and scintillation observations of the ionosphere on the ~1 km spatial scales associated with communication and navigation system degradation.

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Compact RF EO demo

ESA

Agency

France

3U

2019-12-31

Compact RF EO demo

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Kepler 14

Kepler Communications

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market, and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT). Localized and extremely economical terminals that can aggregate data from IoT devices.

Commercial constellation, based on NanoAvionics M6P platform with “green” chemical propulsion system EPSS C1K, to be launched starting in late 2019.

Built by Nanoavionics

CubETH

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

University

Switzerland

1U

2019-12-31

Capable of calculating its own altitude and position in space with unprecedented precision thus paving the way for nano-satellite constellations with inter-satellite communication capabilities. - precise orbit determination.

A telescope camera for Earth Imaging, a high-data rate microwave transmitter, and a demonstrator of optical fiber temperature sensor. Also WINCS, an experiment from NASA to study the nature of the upper atmosphere.

Carry a Short-Wave Infra-Red (SWIR) spectrometer as its primary payload, with
the aim of deriving Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Methane (CH4) and concentrations in the
atmosphere by making observations in the 900–1700nm wavelength region, over the UAE. This mission follows earlier successful missions like CANX-2 and SathyabhamaSat which carried the same payload, an Argus1000 spectrometer.

Khalifa Institute of Science and Technology, with the American University of Ras Al Khaima (AURAK), UAE Space Agency (UAE-SA)

Landmapper-BC 9 (Corvus-BC, Perseus-O)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Astrocast 7 (ELSE)

Astrocast (previously ELSE)

Company

Switzerland

3U

2019-12-31

Low data M2M and IoT services.

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Raavana-1 (BIRDS-3)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Sri Lanka

1U

2019-12-31

Provide ciphered short messages in its beacon in the 437MHz band. Remote Data Collection based on low powered LoRa modulation for demonstration of remote data collection and processing onboard.

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CubeSat-UD

District University of Bogotá

University

Colombia

1U

2019-12-31

To build picosataellites for training and development of a space program. To implement a telemedicine pilot project with space technology, for transmission and reception of ECG signals. Uplink-Downlink of telemetry and control through ground station.

Pumpkin

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Perseus-O 5

Dauria Aerospace

Company

Russia

6U

2019-12-31

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Provide both ionosphere and thermosphere measurements related to the Equatorial Ionization Anomaly (EIA) and the Equatorial Temperature and Wind Anomaly (ETWA).

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Landmapper-BC 7 (Corvus-BC, Perseus-O)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Astrocast 8 (ELSE)

Astrocast (previously ELSE)

Company

Switzerland

3U

2019-12-31

Low data M2M and IoT services.

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Perseus-O 6

Dauria Aerospace

Company

Russia

6U

2019-12-31

Multispectral imaging system with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

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DIDO-3 (Dido-1, SpacePharma)

SpacePharma

Company

Israel

3U

2019-12-31

Carry the first generation of their mGnify lab to conduct biochemical experiments in microgravity.

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Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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Uguisu (BIRDS-3)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Sri Lanka

1U

2019-12-31

Provide ciphered short messages in its beacon in the 437MHz band. Remote Data Collection based on low powered LoRa modulation for demonstration of remote data collection and processing onboard.

Design, build, test, and operate an orbital CubeSat system that will conduct relevant microgravity science on boiling properties in extreme microgravity. Primary focus is to investigate the heat transfer properties of nucleate boiling in extreme microgravity. Investigate 2 key aspects of nucleate boiling in microgravity, the effects of surface roughness and the effects of convection, caused by tiny accelerations.

14-BISat will host one of the QB50 science package to study the lower thermosphere. Apart from this cooperation with the QB50 scientific goals, 14-BISat will have two technological objectives: GAMANET and radio-based attitude determination. Radio signals in the S-band region of the spectrum will be sent from three patch antennas on each face of the CubeSat, allowing the receiver(s), either ground stations or other GAMALINK enabled satellites, to measure the carrier phase difference between antennas.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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FACSAT-2

Colombian Air Force

Military

Colombia

6U

2019-12-31

The potential FACSAT Program, formed by a unique low inclination constellation and planned to be launched in 2020, will provide the Colombian Air Force with unprecedented space capacities. GomSpace is currently delivering the FACSAT-1 nanosatellite as a turnkey project to the Colombian Air Force with a contracted launch in the first half of 2018.

Gather environmental data like rain volume, temperature, humidity, air pollution, ocean streams, environmental hazards, etc. collected and transmitted to satellite by remote platforms on ground, and to retransmit them to the mission center. At least two identical satellites shall be launched.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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ACRUX-1

The University of Melbourne

University

Australia

1U

2019-12-31

To launch a student-built CubeSat from scratch. To test the functionality of the subsystems. To develop future satellite missions. Validated Form Factor CubeSat with low-gain antenna capabilities and minor flight control abilities. Validation of 4/6 subsystems required for high gain antenna design. Creation of processes and template documentation to support future design projects.

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CONASAT B

National Institute for Space Research

Institute

Brazil

8U

2019-12-31

Gather environmental data like rain volume, temperature, humidity, air pollution, ocean streams, environmental hazards, etc. collected and transmitted to satellite by remote platforms on ground, and to retransmit them to the mission center. At least two identical satellites shall be launched.

Ultraviolet imager that will stare at a single point in space for the lifetime of the mission. Search for variable sources, those that change in brightness.

Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Defence Research and Development Organization

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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GOSTE 1

University of Hawaii at Manoa

University

US

3U

2019-12-31

Develop and deploy a Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) radio occulation (RO) system that will contribute to our understanding of tropical cyclogenesis. Observations from the tropics will be combined with observational data from other sources to provide improved maps of mid-level moisture, vorticity, and temperature in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere. These products will improve estimates of the potential intensity of developing tropical cyclones and their intensity predictions, while the temperature profiles through the stratosphere will provide observations for testing general circulation model predictions.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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GamaSat

University of Porto

University

Portugal

3U

2019-12-31

One of the QB50 science package to study the lower thermosphere. Apart from this cooperation with the QB50 scientific goals, GAMASAT will have three technological objectives: GAMANET, radio-based attitude determination and Q-RED which is a controlled de-orbiting and re-entry experiment that includes small reentry capsule.

Demonstrate inexpensive drag-free technology in a nanosatellite mission. The performance goal is derived from the NASA Earth Science Goals for future geodesy: namely a drag-free target performance of 10-12 m s-2 Hz-1/2 in the frequency range of 10 mHz to 1 Hz. To demonstrate integration of the new technology and to provide an in-orbit performance test.

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Cu-REO

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES)

University

India

1U

2019-12-31

Aid in prediction of the earthquakes prior to their occurrence. In the initial stage it will be used as a 'test bed for verifying the hypothetical research work in the detection of seismic activity by studying the perturbations in the magnetic field of Earth', however, in later stage it will be used to detect the earthquakes solely.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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LightSail-C (LightSail-3)

The Planetary Society

Non-profit

US

3U

2019-12-31

Demonstrate the deployment of a 32 m2 solar sail from a 3-unit CubeSat platform.LightSail-3 will go to the Sun-Earth Libration Point, L1, where solar sails could be permanently placed as solar weather stations.

Study the formation of ionospheric plasma bubbles, which are the main sources of radar reflections in the equatorial region. Investigate the state of the ionosphere that leads to the growth of plasma bubbles. The relationships between plasma irregularities in satellite altitude and the radio scintillations observed in the equatorial region of the ionosphere will also be studied.

Brazilian National Institute for Space Research (INPE), Brazilian Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA)

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Positron-1

Positron Dynamics

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

Positron powered CubeSat. Animatter propulsion system.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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TechCube 1

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

3U

2019-12-31

The satellite carries a REPT (Relativistic Electron Proton Telescope) sensor of a new simple, low-cost design, an imager and a SpaceCube high performance processor.

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Waypoint 1

SpaceFab.US

Company

US

12U

2019-12-31

21 centimeter mirror with extended optics. Image intensified ultraviolet and visible camera, and a 48 megapixel camera for visible and near-infrared imaging for astronomical and Earth observation purposes, available for use by customers around the world. Also provide 150 band hyper-spectral camera for Earth observation at 3 meter resolution for use in scientific and commercial applications.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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ECOSat-III

University of Victoria

University

Canada

3U

2019-12-31

The Enhanced Communications Satellite (ECoSat-III) will further The University of Victoria’s contribution to research and development of communication systems on nano satellite systems. ECoSat-III will be flying with multiple missions focused on the areas of amateur radio and amateur satellite communications as well as further development into enhanced Attitude Determination and Control Systems.

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IOD Mission 2

Satellite Applications Catapult

Agency

UK

3U

2019-12-31

Fast-growing Clyde Space has been commissioned by the Satellite Applications Catapult and Innovate UK to build four CubeSats for the programme. The company’s satellites will eventually be launched from the International Space Station, enabling in-orbit demonstration of technical and business propositions.

Clyde Space, Innovate UK

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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FSSCat A

Golbriak Space

Company

Estonia

6U

2019-12-31

Collect data to complement the Copernicus Sentinels and, in particular, to support the Copernicus Land and Marine Environment services using a state-of-the-art dual microwave payload as well as a multispectral optical payload.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 22 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

CASPA (Cold Atom Space Payload)

Teledyne e2v

Company

UK

6U

2019-12-31

Using quantum technology they will provide a state-of-the-art technical solution capable of creating ultra-sensitive ‘cold atoms’ in space. Applications for instruments based on this technology include more accurate monitoring of changes in polar ice mass, ocean currents and sea level, the ability to monitor underground water resources and discover new underground natural resource deposits which are currently not detectable. The technology will also be used for deep space navigation and for providing higher precision timing sources in space.

Built by Clyde Space. Funded by Innovate UK. University of Southampton, Gooch & Housego, XCAM, Covesion.

IOD Mission 3

Satellite Applications Catapult

Agency

UK

3U

2019-12-31

Fast-growing Clyde Space has been commissioned by the Satellite Applications Catapult and Innovate UK to build four CubeSats for the programme. The company’s satellites will eventually be launched from the International Space Station, enabling in-orbit demonstration of technical and business propositions.

Clyde Space, Innovate UK

PlanetiQ 7

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

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TechEdSat-7

NASA Ames Research Center

Agency

US

2U

2019-12-31

Further develop the Exo-Brake system, as well as demonstrate a CubeSat Identity Tag (CUBIT), a DARPA RF-ID system for future identification of functioning and non-functioning nanosatellites.

Collect data to complement the Copernicus Sentinels and, in particular, to support the Copernicus Land and Marine Environment services using a state-of-the-art dual microwave payload as well as a multispectral optical payload.

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

IOD Mission 4

Satellite Applications Catapult

Agency

UK

3U

2019-12-31

Fast-growing Clyde Space has been commissioned by the Satellite Applications Catapult and Innovate UK to build four CubeSats for the programme. The company’s satellites will eventually be launched from the International Space Station, enabling in-orbit demonstration of technical and business propositions.

Clyde Space, Innovate UK

PlanetiQ 8

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Develop and demonstrate a simple, reliable, low-cost, non-propulsive system for deliberate deorbit of small spacecraft, including CubeSats. In order to achieve this goal, the project’s focus is on developing a proof-of-concept design that will control the orbital decay, up to the atmospheric ballistic entry point, of CubeSat form factors up to 12U.

NASA Launch Services Program

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Landmapper-HD 5 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

PlanetiQ 12

PlanetiQ

Company

US

6U

2019-12-31

Constellation of commercial GPS radio occultation satellites for weather data.

Blue Canyon Tech is building the bus.

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

D3 CubeSat A

University of Florida

University

US

3U

2019-12-31

Develop and demonstrate a simple, reliable, low-cost, non-propulsive system for deliberate deorbit of small spacecraft, including CubeSats. In order to achieve this goal, the project’s focus is on developing a proof-of-concept design that will control the orbital decay, up to the atmospheric ballistic entry point, of CubeSat form factors up to 12U.

NASA Launch Services Program

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

To inspire young minds to have confidence in taking up challenging tasks, by giving room for interdisciplinary research, sharing of knowledge to enhance engineering skills and collectively work to design, build, launch and operate nanosatellite systems.

ISRO

Japan TBD (BIRDS-3)

-

University

Japan

1U

2019-12-31

Provide digital message relay service to the amateur radio community by means of an APRS digipeater onboard. Demonstrate a store-and-forward (S&F) system.

-

BeoCube (Braunschweig Educational Orbital CubeSat)

Technische Universität Braunschweig

University

Germany

1U

2019-12-31

Educate university students and support research in fields like space situational awareness and orbit propagation.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Sri Lanka TBD (BIRDS-3)

-

University

Sri Lanka

1U

2019-12-31

Provide digital message relay service to the amateur radio community by means of an APRS digipeater onboard. Demonstrate a store-and-forward (S&F) system.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Hera-2

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2019-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

ISTnanosat 1 (ISTsat-1, ISTnanosat-1)

Instituto Superior Técnico (IST)

University

Portugal

1U

2019-12-31

Test an ADS-B receiver that aims to track aircraft in flight.

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

CELESTA (ROBUSTA 1D, CErn Latchup Experiment STudent sAtellite)

University of Montpellier

University

France

1U

2019-12-31

In-orbit testing of a radiation monitor and a single event latch-up experiment. Twofold setup of a combined radiation monitoring unit based on the CERN Radiation Monitor (RadMon) system coupled with a Single Event Latch-up (SEL) test station. RadMon technology has already been fully demonstrated and validated at CERN for its ground application and it is being optimized to comply with space applications constraints.

CERN

SUCHAI 3

University of Chile

University

Chile

3U

2019-12-31

Ionosphere and magnetosphere research

Aurora Space

Lemur-3

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Landmapper-HD 6 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2019-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Hera-1 (1HOPSat)

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2019-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

Lemur-2

Spire

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Weather data for government and commercial customers. Measuring signals from GPS satellites as those signals pass through the atmosphere. STRATOS imaging payload and the SENSE AIS payload.

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2019-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Lunar Flashlight

NASA JPL

Agency

US

6U

2020-06-31

Illuminate permanently-shadowed regions and detect
water ice absorption bands in the near-infrared. Lasers in 4 different bands illuminate the lunar surface with a 3 degree beam (1Km). Light reflected off the lunar surface enters the spectrometer to distinguish water ices from regolith.

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NEA-Scout (Near Earth Asteroid Scout)

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center

Agency

US

6U

2020-06-31

Mission to rendezvous with an asteroid and gather detailed imagery. Use a solar sail to enable a cubesat to travel slowly past an asteroid.

Lunar L2 (libration-point) orbiter. Demonstrate trajectory design and control techniques and the associated technologies in the Sun-Earth-Moon perturbed region by a nano-spacecraft; To study the radiation environment in the geospace; To characterize the flux of impacting meteors at the far side of the Moon.

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Cislunar Explorer

Cornell University

University

US

6U

2020-06-31

Demonstrate using water as propellant. Uses electricity to split its water propellant into Hydrogen and Oxygen, which it burns as fuel.

-

Lunar IceCube (Lunar Ice Cube Orbiter)

Morehead State University

University

US

6U

2020-06-31

Prospect for water ice and other lunar volatiles from a low-perigee lunar orbit flying only 100 km (62 miles) above the lunar surface. Use an innovative RF Ion engine to achieve lunar capture and the science orbit to allow the team to make systematic measurements of lunar water features.

Busek Company (Natick MA), NASA Goddard Spaceflight Center (GSFC in Greenbelt MD), and the Catholic University of America (CUA)

SkyFire

Lockheed Martin

Company

US

6U

2020-06-31

During lunar fly-by, it will collect spectroscopy and thermography, address both Moon and Mars SKGs for surface characterization, remote sensing, and site selection.

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LunaH-Map

Arizona State University

University

US

6U

2020-06-31

Map the hydrogen content of the entire South Pole of the moon, including within permanently shadowed regions at high resolution. Measure the bulk hydrogen content, up to a meter beneath the lunar surface, while the instruments on both Lunar IceCube and FLASHLIGHT will tell us about the very top few microns.

-

CuSP

Southwest Research Institute

Institute

US

6U

2020-06-31

Study Solar Particles. First protype of an interplanetary CubeSat space weather station. It will observe space weather events hours before they reach Earth.

NASA

ArgoMoon

Argotec

Company

Italy

6U

2020-06-31

Take several historically significant pictures of the EM-1 mission and it will test some innovative communication systems

-

OMOTENASHI

University of Tokyo

University

Japan

6U

2020-06-31

3 modules: orbiting module, retro motor module, and surface probe. Demonstrate the technology for low-cost and very small spacecraft to explore the lunar surface. This technology could open up new possibilities for future missions to inexpensively investigate the surface of the moon.

demonstrate the technique of GNSS Reflectometry at low grazing angles for altimetry (primarily for sea ice detection) using a new software-defined GNSS receiver. Additionally, a miniaturised radiation dosimeter will also be tested in flight.

RUAG Space, TU Graz, Seibersdorf Laboratories

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

INSPIRESat-1

University of Colorado Boulder

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Establish a long-term academic program for developing a constellation of small satellites and a global network of ground stations, Chandran explains. INSPIRE aims to provide a University constellation of Earth & space weather observing satellites.

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology and the Indian Space Research Organization, National Central University and the National Space Organization in Taiwan, the University of Versailles in France, Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, Sultan Qaboos University in Oman and the Kyushu Institute of Technology in Japan.

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

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NEUDOSE

McMaster University

University

Canada

3U

2020-12-31

Investigates the types of radiation doses that astronauts would experience during extravehicular activities (EVAs) while in low earth orbit.

NASA

IRVINE02

University High School

School

US

1U

2020-12-31

Electric propulsion system that will allow students to acquire technical skills in tracking and communicating with the satellite. Take and download pictures of the moon and planets for educational purposes.

-

TUDSat

Technical University of Darmstadt

University

Germany

1U

2020-12-31

-

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

CUTE (Colorado Ultraviolet Transit Experiment)

University of Colorado Boulder

University

US

6U

2020-12-31

Use near-ultraviolet (NUV) transmission spectroscopy from 255 to 330 nanometers (nm) to characterize the composition and mass-loss rates of exoplanet atmospheres.

NASA

3CAT-3 (3CAT3, MOTS)

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

University

Spain

6U

2020-12-31

Multispectral camera and an L-band radiometer. integration of standardized platforms and subsystems, developed at the NanoSat Lab.

-

FireSat / MDASat

UK Space Agency

Agency

UK

3U

2020-12-31

Detecting wildfires with a k-line Imager (Potassium Imager).

Clyde Space, University of Strathclyde, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Namibia University of Science and Technology, Technical University of Kenya, South African National Space Agency (SANSA)

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

MARIO (Measurement of Actuator Response and Impedance on Orbit)

University of Michigan

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Characterize the behavior and degradation of macro-fiber composite materials under actuation and structural health monitoring configurations.

-

BRIAN

University of Buffalo

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Fly a software defined radio payload in order to characterize and develop a temporal and spatial map of the background radio noise on commonly used CubeSat bands.

-

Garatéa-L (Garatea-L)

Airvantis

Company

Brazil

6U

2020-12-31

3 major scientific experiments in astrobiology, space medicine and one to make a milt-zone imaging of the lunar surface. Study the effects of the microgravity environment on different life forms.

University of São Paulo, European Space Agency, UK Space Agency.

Landmapper-HD 11 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Landmapper-HD 12 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

KASI Sat A (SNIPE)

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI)

Institute

South Korea

6U

2020-12-31

Identifying temporal and spatial variation of small scale plasma structures in Ionosphere and Magnetosphere. Constellation of Four 6U-Nanosats. Formation Flying (Slow separation from 10 km to 100 km for 6 months).

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

KASI Sat B (SNIPE)

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI)

Institute

South Korea

6U

2020-12-31

Identifying temporal and spatial variation of small scale plasma structures in Ionosphere and Magnetosphere. Constellation of Four 6U-Nanosats. Formation Flying (Slow separation from 10 km to 100 km for 6 months).

Explore the feasibility of deploying artificial intelligence hardware in low earth orbit. Raise the Technology Readiness Level of commercial artificial intelligence hardware. Use artificial intelligence image recognition to determine orbital position. Developing revolutionary software for space-based neural networks. It is similar to traditional facial recognition software, except it will be processing images of the earth to determine the location the picture was taken at.

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Landmapper-HD 14 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

KASI Sat C (SNIPE)

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI)

Institute

South Korea

6U

2020-12-31

Identifying temporal and spatial variation of small scale plasma structures in Ionosphere and Magnetosphere. Constellation of Four 6U-Nanosats. Formation Flying (Slow separation from 10 km to 100 km for 6 months).

Identifying temporal and spatial variation of small scale plasma structures in Ionosphere and Magnetosphere. Constellation of Four 6U-Nanosats. Formation Flying (Slow separation from 10 km to 100 km for 6 months).

Study how space conditions affect the composition of asteroids and the Moon so that researchers on Earth can better understand those effects when studying their cousins, meteorites. This mission will also help better understand the origins of asteroids when we combine this data with the data from asteroid sample-return missions, such as the OSIRIS-REx mission.

CubeSat NB will receive signals transmitted by global navigation satellite systems, such as GPS, as they travel through the ionosphere and are affected by it. Researchers will be able to use the data to further study how the ionosphere changes from place to place over time as well as how it responds to space weather. CubeSat NB will also carry three cameras. Two cameras will allow the team to study the distribution of oxygen in the upper atmosphere. The third camera will be used to take images of Earth’s surface for Earth science and meteorology applications. Knowledge of Earth’s oceans is critical to the understanding of climate change.

University of Moncton (NB),
New Brunswick Community College, Saint John Campus (NB)

JAGSAT

University of Southern Alabama

University

US

2U

2020-12-31

Use a time domain impedance probe to conduct spatially resolved measurements of plasma density irregularities in the ionosphere.

-

RACE 2 (Rendezvous Autonomous CubeSats Experiment)

ESA

Agency

France

3U

2020-12-31

CubeSat rendezvous.

-

Landmapper-HD 15 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Astro Digital

FACE 2 (Formation Autonomous CubeSats Experiment)

ESA

Agency

France

3U

2020-12-31

Formation flying.

-

Landmapper-HD 16 (Corvus-HD)

Astro Digital (Aquila Space)

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Educate undergraduate students and establish a long term cubesat development program for future students, who will benefit from the institutional knowledge and resources obtained.

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DUCS (Dalhousie University CubeSat)

Dalhousie University

University

Canada

3U

2020-12-31

Test a new CubeSat frame made out of lightweight metal alloys to provide better space navigation capabilities for future CubeSats. Validate the use of onboard solar energy and battery storage technology to power a stabilization wheel that will better control the position of the satellite’s instruments.

Nunavut Arctic College

IDEASSat

National Central University?

University

Taiwan

3U

2020-12-31

Measure the ionosphere activity which will affect satellite and terrestrial communication. Follow-up and form a constellation with
INSPIRESat-1 to measure ionospheric structure and plasma irregularities for radio
communications monitoring.

National Space Organization

ARKSat-1

University of Arkansas

University

US

1U

2020-12-31

Take LEO-to-Earth atmospheric composition measurements using an on-board xenon flash bulb as the calibrated source for ground tracking and demonstrate CubeSat deorbiting using a solid-state inflation balloon.

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WeissSat-1

Weiss School

School

US

1U

2020-12-31

Validate a novel lab-on-a-chip system that will demonstrate a live/dead fluorescent dye staining approach and microfluidics to assess the viability of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria that have been thawed after being entrapped in water ice.

Test a Canadian-developed wide-angle camera to observe snow and ice coverage in Northern Canada. The information collected through its images could help map the thawing of Arctic ice and permafrost and give a better picture of the impacts of climate change in the region.
Test a solar energetic proton detector, provided by the University of Sydney, to collect data that will enable a better understanding of the effect of Solar Proton Events (SPEs).

Training students and faculties from Member States (MS) for satellite engineering through hands-on practical training until the flight model is made, and thus to contribute significantly to the development of space education system among MS, as well as to enhance the capacity building of Universities in space technology development for senior undergraduates and above levels in both aspects of knowledge and engineering practices.

Test an imaging instrument to collect data on dust measurements and study the effect of climate change in the Kluane Lake region. Evaluate the viability of a new electronic component that shows better resistance to the harsh conditions of space and that could improve the cost-effectiveness and performance of future CubeSat computers.

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

ROBUSTA-2

University of Montpellier II

University

France

1U

2020-12-31

Educational program that offers students the opportunity to spend their internship or project design and construction of the satellite payload. Scientific experiment is flight testing different types of RAM. Technology demonstrator that allows the flight qualification of electronic components of the latest generation.

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YukonSat

Yukon College

University

Canada

3U

2020-12-31

Coding challenges open to Yukon youth and the public, using data gathered from YukonSat. For example, students could be challenged to create a collage of satellite images of a certain region of Earth. Coding challenges to transmit and receive short voice recordings. Yukon schools, First Nations, communities, and other groups will have the opportunity to spread their messages to other parts of Canada and the world through a scavenger hunt-style challenge. Data analysis and interpretation completed in Yukon College math and science courses. For example, students could learn about instrumentation, signal processing and data analysis methods while completing an activity to map earth’s magnetic forces using GPS and magnetometer data from a satellite built by their peers.

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

Ex-Alta 2 (AlbertaSat-2)

University of Alberta

University

Canada

3U

2020-12-31

Expand our open-source platform to include accessible, open-source satellite software, electronic, and mechanical designs to increase Canadian and world access to space.
Test an imaging instrument designed to collect information for predicting, tracking, and monitoring the impact of wildfire on vegetation and land.
Fly a flux-gate magnometer, an instrument designed to monitor and better understand the effects of space weather on our communications systems.

Aurora College. Yukon College, University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, York University

Potential to demonstrate the distributed occulter/telescope technology with scientific return using a CubeSat. UV telescope with 10 cm aperture. Ejected from occulter spacecraft and assumes formation.

Tyvak, NASA

HyperCube 7 (CubeSat-FTS)

Harris Corp

Company

US

6U

2020-12-31

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

TROPICS 1 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

TROPICS 2 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

TROPICS 3 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

HyperCube 10 (CubeSat-FTS)

Harris Corp

Company

US

6U

2020-12-31

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

TROPICS 4 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

TROPICS 5 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

HyperCube is a 3D sounding instrument designed to measure the speed, direction, and elevation of wind in Earth’s atmosphere (3D wind data). Provides hundreds of hyperspectral bands.

Utah State University

TROPICS 6 ( The Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats)

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Provide rapid-refresh microwave measurements (21 minutes for the baseline mission, 31 minutes for the threshold mission) over the tropics that can be used to observe the thermodynamics of the troposphere and precipitation structure for storm systems at the mesoscale and synoptic scale over the entire storm lifecycle.

NASA GSFC, NOAA, University of Wisconsin, University of Miami. Built by Blue Canyon.

SPATIUM (Space Precision Atomic-clock TIming Utility Mission)

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

2U

2020-12-31

New technique for ionosphere mapping using a constellation of CubeSats equipped with Chip Scale Atomic Clock (CSAC) to provide real-time three-dimensional mapping of ionosphere plasma density at the altitudes of electron density peak (200 to 400 km above the Earth)

Measures radio waves from 0.1-19MHz, which must be measured from space, as those frequencies fall below the cutoff imposed by Earth's ionosphere. The principal science objective for CURIE is to use radio interferometry to study radio burst emissions from solar eruptive events such as flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) in the inner heliosphere.

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Helios 7

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2020-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

GranaSat

University of Granada

University

Spain

2U

2020-12-31

-

-

CURIE B (CUbesat Radio Interferometry Experiment)

University of California Berkeley

University

US

3U

2020-12-31

Measures radio waves from 0.1-19MHz, which must be measured from space, as those frequencies fall below the cutoff imposed by Earth's ionosphere. The principal science objective for CURIE is to use radio interferometry to study radio burst emissions from solar eruptive events such as flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) in the inner heliosphere.

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

SORA (Spectrometry Observation for Reflectivity Analysis)

University at Buffalo (UB)

University

US

12U

2020-12-31

gather light data on space debris in either geostationary or low earth orbit. This light data, like the kind collected from our GLADOS satellite, can be used to classify space debris, as well as to characterize the size, shape, and material properties of space debris.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

High quality multispectral sensors that provide for automated identification of ground features such as crop types, their vigor, and stage in the growing cycle with a resolution of 2.5 meters per pixel.

Test a micro-propulsion device called the micro-cathode arc thruster (μCAT) that uses a solid metallic propellant, such as titanium, to produce small controllable impulse bits as the CubeSat’s 3-axis stabilization system.

Evaluate the utility of a 12U nanosatellite mission built on CubeSat components for scientific and military purposes. Main payload is an advanced MWIR camera for monitoring the Earths infrared background. In addition, there is a radiation sensor for in orbit measurements

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Flock-xx xx

Planet Labs

Company

US

3U

2020-12-31

Constellation for optical Earth observation with 3-5m resolution

-

Hera-9

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2021-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

CLICK B (CubeSat Laser Infrared CrosslinK)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Two 3U full-duplex laser communication terminals capable of supporting data rates of up to 20 Mbps at separations from 25 km to 580 km.

-

Hera-8

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2021-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

Hera-7

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2021-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

Bobcat-1

Ohio University

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Technology demonstration to measure time offsets between global navigation satellite systems using a CubeSat to create a precise time reference in orbit.

-

Hera-6

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2021-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

ARKSAT-2

University of Arkansas

University

US

2U

2021-12-31

In space demonstration of an agile, low-cost, non-toxic, biocompatible, and non-pressurized micro-propulsion system

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MAXWELL

University of Colorado Boulder

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Demonstrate a high rate communication system that is compatible with the NASA Near-Earth Network. It will utilize a CU-developed X-band communication system and a 1m deployable reflectarray antenna from MMA Design.

Develop and test new advancements in technology to better understand “dark energy,” an enigmatic form of energy making up 75% of the universe believed to cause the universe to expand at an accelerating rate. Operating with two payloads, ORCA2Sat will calibrate a number of both optical and radio observatories in an effort to reduce uncertainties associated with measurements of the universal expansion rate. These calibrated measurements may provide new insights into the nature of dark energy and the universal expansion rate.

Sudy the environment in other solar systems around the Galaxy's most common type of star. Mmonitor the flares and sunspots of small stars to assess how habitable the space environment is for planets orbiting them.

University of Washington, the University of Arizona, Lowell Observatory, the SouthWest Research Institute, and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Killick-1

Memorial University of Newfoundland

University

Canada

3U

2021-12-31

Test an existing technology designed to monitor oceans (sea-ice detection and sea-ice concentration estimation) and fit it on the smaller CubeSat frame, which could lead to cheaper solutions to monitor and collect data on our oceans.

Promote and share Indigenous culture across Canada through northern images, a project that will take northern art to space, where pictures of various pieces will be taken with Earth in the background. Promote and share Indigenous culture across Canada through northern voices; engage amateur radio across the country with stories and messages in Indigenous languages. Promote and share Indigenous culture across Canada through games; create a globally interactive game for amateur radio operators. Special recordings played only in certain geographic zones will require global cooperation in order to decode a whole message. Messages and content will be developed on the subjects of northern Indigenous history and language.

University of Alberta (AB), Yukon College (YT), Nunavut Arctic College (NU), University of Alberta North (AB), Canadian Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NRCan)

Western University – Nunavut Arctic College CubeSat Project

Western University

University

Canada

3U

2021-12-31

Conduct a flight-test with a novel imaging system for engineering technology demonstration with the potential to provide virtual reality-ready images. This imaging system has future applications in Earth observation and space exploration. Testing will demonstrate imaging modes for different in-orbit functions. Enhance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach of Western University’s Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration (CPSX) by taking CubeSat operations into the classroom.

Develop and test an imaging system for precision agriculture. The system will be able to capture precise soil and crop data (texture, topography, moisture content, weed and disease infestations, crop damage, etc.) as well as verify the effectiveness of herbicide and fungicide applications, monitor physical damage due to insects, inundation, wind and hail, and schedule an irrigation plan. The goal is to develop better monitoring systems to promote greater sustainability.

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UdeSat

Université de Sherbrooke

University

Canada

3U

2021-12-31

Conduct one of the first demonstrations of a quantum sensor in space. Quantum sensors use the unique and often strange behaviour of matter at very small distances to perform ultra-sensitive and robust measurements. This quantum sensor uses nitrogen-vacancy defects in a tiny piece of diamond to measure the intensity and orientation of the magnetic field in space. Such measurements are useful to study the effect of solar storms on radio communication, GPS or electrical grids, or the flow of magma under Earth’s crust, for instance. Quantum technologies, such as this magnetometer, will lead to smaller, more energy efficient, and more sensitive sensors for space applications.

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IDRSat

University of Saskatchewan

University

Canada

3U

2021-12-31

Study how materials degrade in space by looking at how useful construction materials are affected by extreme temperatures, radiation, and space debris in low Earth orbit, and by studying material changes in colour, texture, brittleness, and electrical conductivity. The results of the study could lead to more cost-efficient solutions for the space sector.

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PREFIRE A (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far Infrared Experiment)

University of Wisconsin

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Measuring the Arctic’s radiant energy and how this energy is affecting the Arctic warming. Use miniaturized thermal spectrometers about the size of a penny.

NASA

PREFIRE B (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far Infrared Experiment)

University of Wisconsin

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Measuring the Arctic’s radiant energy and how this energy is affecting the Arctic warming. Use miniaturized thermal spectrometers about the size of a penny.

NASA

NIMPHSAT

Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace

University

France

3U

2021-12-31

Technology validation hyper optical components. The measurement of the degradation of the gain of the saturation power and the noise figure of a microwave link opto-optically amplified as a function of the cumulative radiative dose and temperature undergone by the EDFA. Comparing the measurements obtained with theoretical models of degradation to validate.

Study in situ I / F layer of the ionosphere (enter 90 and 400 km) using a radio receiver and to measure the plasma power spectrum entre50 kHz and 50 Mhz to Using radio antenna and a TNR-HF receiver (Receiver Thermal Noise).

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OUFTI-Next

University of Liège

University

Belgium

3U

2021-12-31

Produce images in the mid-wave infrared (MWIR) with a resolution of at least 50 m, destined to measure the hydric stress of vegetation, which would allow farmers to provide optimal irrigation to their crops.

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GOLF-1 (Greater Orbit, Larger Footprint – Mission 1 )

AMSAT

Non-profit

US

3U

2021-12-31

Educational mission that will host two-way amateur radio communications, analog and digital transponders, and two experiment payloads provided by students.

Vanderbilt University

PAN A (Pathfinder for Autonomous Navigation)

Cornell University

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Technology demonstration to launch two 3U CubeSats that will autonomously rendezvous and dock in low-Earth orbit.

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PAN B (Pathfinder for Autonomous Navigation)

Cornell University

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Technology demonstration to launch two 3U CubeSats that will autonomously rendezvous and dock in low-Earth orbit.

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Helios 17

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 18

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Jumpsat

Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace

University

France

3U

2021-12-31

Technological verification / space qualification of a Star Tracker, which is currently under development by ISAE-Supaero for future use in small satellite systems. Mapping of the properties of the Earth radiation belt with emphasis on the South Atlantic Anomaly using a directional radiation sensor under development by ONERA. Technological verification / space qualification of the three-axes attitude control system of the Jumpsat space segment.

Telecom Bretagne, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, ONERA, CNES

Helios 19

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 20

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

RamSat

Oak Ridge Public Schools

School

US

1U

2021-12-31

Education mission to develop and implement a middle school STEM curriculum for building a CubeSat.

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Helios 21

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 22

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

QuARCS (Quad Amateur Radio Communications Satellite )

University of California, Davis

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Test the capabilities of the Iridium and Globalstar radio communication satellite arrays when using a transmitter at an altitude of approximately 550 km.

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Helios 23

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 24

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Hera-5

Hera Systems

Company

US

12U

2021-12-31

1-meter resolution satellites that will deliver fresh, daily imagery and video of the Earth and make them available on demand through a simplified user interface.

-

LEOPARDSat-1 (Low Earth Orbit Platform for Aerospace Research and Development CubeSat)

University of Cincinnati

University

US

1U

2021-12-31

Educational mission to teach in-depth space mission and systems engineering to undergraduate and high school students.

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Helios 25

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 26

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

IRVINE03

University High School

School

US

1U

2021-12-31

Take a closer look at a X-ray Pulsar in the Crab Nebula. Technology demonstration of an X-ray Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) sensor and electrospray thrusters. education effort to teach, train, and inspire the next generation of STEM professionals, while creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in STEM-related fields.

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Helios 27

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

KUbeSat-1

University of Kansas

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Science investigation mission that will use a primary cosmic ray detector to further understand exposure in Earth’s ionosphere and its effect on crewed missions.

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Helios 28

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

Helios 29

Helios Wire

Company

US

16U

2021-12-31

Space-based Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) service specifically designed for market applications that require low bandwidth and low service costs.

Astro Digital provides spacecraft bus.

CLICK A (CubeSat Laser Infrared CrosslinK)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

US

3U

2021-12-31

Two 3U full-duplex laser communication terminals capable of supporting data rates of up to 20 Mbps at separations from 25 km to 580 km.

Measure on the same platform the different components of the Earth radiation budget (ERB), the solar energy input and the energy reemitted at the top of the Earth atmosphere, with a particular focus on the far UV (FUV) part of the spectrum and on the ozone layer.

Nanovation SARL; IRFU, Polytechnic School, CNES

Intuition-1

FP Space

Company

Poland

6U

2022-12-31

Observe the Earth using a satellite equipped with a hyperspectral instrument and advanced data processing on board using deep convolutional neural networks.

Investigate and demonstrate Earth Observation as well as Space Situational Awareness for demonstration military utility as well a software defined radio with CCSDS communication. demonstrate that military utility can be achieved using a nanosatellite, through the successful operation of the payloads described. A second
objective is to demonstrate the operability of the platform itself and thereby allowing for future missions based on the same concept.

Swedish Defence Material Administration, US Air Force Research Laboratory

BIRDY-GTO (GTO-BIRDY)

National Cheng Kung University

University

Taiwan

3U

x_cancelled

GTO precursor flight to test the innovative functions of the mission such as the autonomous navigation and communications subsystems

“Outernet” aims to deliver information to the 4.3 billion people currently living without reliable internet access. Primary objective is in-orbit demonstration of the Outernet service via a nanosatellite constellation.

Clyde Space, UK Space Agency

UCISat 1

University of California, Irvine

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Primary mission of capturing imagines of the Earth and transmit them. IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) used to determine how well the passive ACS performs.

Determine whether natural sunlight and high energy radiation can break down pollutant compounds in water for recycling during extended space explorations. Purifying contaminated water with sunlight and radiation would significantly alleviate the need to bring expensive equipment to space for the same purpose.

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ZJU CubeSat

Zhejiang University

University

China

2U

x_cancelled

QB50

QB50,

RioSat

Graz Unviersity of Technology

University

Austria

2U

x_cancelled

TBD

-

Ulises 2

National Autonomous University of Mexico

University

Mexico

TubeSat

x_cancelled

-

Mexico Space Collective

SamSat-QB50

Samara State Aerospace University

University

Russia

3U

x_cancelled

A 3U CubeSat part of the QB50 constellation. Planning in orbit demonstration of passive ACS using aerodynamic forces.

QB50,

Outernet 1U Demo 2

Outernet

Company

US

1U

x_cancelled

“Outernet” aims to deliver information to the 4.3 billion people currently living without reliable internet access. Primary objective is in-orbit demonstration of the Outernet service via a nanosatellite constellation.

Clyde Space, UK Space Agency

ALCEK

BOREAS Space (Bulgarian Orbital REsearch and Satellites)

Company

Bulgaria

6U

x_cancelled

Lunar orbiter tasked with conducting spectroscopic research of the Moon’s surface, especially its far side. An additional infrared experiment on the satellite will study the connection between IR emissions and tectonic activity. Travel towards the Moon by achieving GTO and using low energy transfer through Lagrangian point 1, using ion thrusters. It will be programmed to have a very high degree of autonomy. Its intended life is no less than one year.

ARCA (Romanian Association for Cosmonautics and Aeronautics)

UNSA-SAT1

National University of St Agustin of Arequipa

University

Peru

2U

x_cancelled

-

-

Outernet 1U Demo 3

Outernet

Company

US

1U

x_cancelled

“Outernet” aims to deliver information to the 4.3 billion people currently living without reliable internet access. Primary objective is in-orbit demonstration of the Outernet service via a nanosatellite constellation.

Clyde Space, UK Space Agency

RyeF3Ex-1 (Ryerson Femtosatellite Formation Flying Experiment)

Ryerson University

University

Canada

PocketQube

x_cancelled

Multiple tethered femto-satellites to test command and control architecture and hardware, formation keeping and reconfiguration control algorithms, communications protocol and data relay, and imaging of the Earth's surface.

-

SASSat

Singapore American School

School

Singapore

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

-

-

RyeF3Ex-2 (Ryerson Femtosatellite Formation Flying Experiment)

Ryerson University

University

Canada

PocketQube

x_cancelled

Multiple femto-satelliteswith tiny thrusters and magnetic torquers are considered for orbit and attitude control. Test command and control architecture and hardware, formation keeping and reconfiguration control algorithms, communications protocol and data relay, and imaging of the Earth's surface.

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Narkissos-1

Spacebooth

Company

Belgium

TubeSat

x_cancelled

The aims of the SpaceBooth project are to get hands-on experience building satellites and planning space missions and to bring the space experience closer to the general public. The SpaceBooth satellite is based on Interorbital’s TubeSat kit. Its payload consists of an OLED display, a camera and EEPROM memory. The idea is for people to upload pictures of themselves via the SpaceBooth website to the satellite.

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Weebill

KoncarX

Company

US

1U

x_cancelled

Keep data safe by uploading it to satellites.

-

STU-1

ShanghaiTech University

University

China

2U

x_cancelled

Set of standardized sensors for multi-point, in-situ, long duration measurements of key parameters and constituents in the largely unexplored lower thermosphere and ionosphere. STU are also preparing to participate in GAMANET.

QB50,

WISCER (Wideband Ionospheric Sounder Cubesat Experiment)

University of Birmingham

University

UK

3U

x_cancelled

Wideband (~100 MHz) beacon on a low cost cubesat in order to measure and evaluate the ionospheric channel. Deployable antenna. SAR.

University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde

NIRA (Nanosatellite for Intelligent Radio frequency Analysis)

Mälardalen University

University

Sweden

1U

x_cancelled

Build a satellite prototype which will scan the FM band radio frequencies (88 – 108 Mhz), collect data removing eventual ground noise and store such data after having it compressed. GIMME-RF is a Miniaturized, four-channel radiation tolerant digital RF receiver and analysis instrument featuring a 250-MHz ADC for sampling. It is built around a UNIBAP e2000/GIMME3 and the finished instrument will be able to take measurements of the full 3-dimensional electric field vector signal. This makes it possible to characterize the radio emissions as Stokes parameters which can be used to perform direction finding.

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YUsend-1

York University

University

Canada

1U

x_cancelled

Primary purpose of demonstrating a number of technologies one of which is the solid propellant microthruster. The demonstration of these technologies will then lead to the development of future nanosatellites with more ambitious goals. Acquire star images and store for transfer to the ground.

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Alpha (ɑ, CubeMessenger)

BOREAS Space (Bulgarian Orbital REsearch and Satellites)

Company

Bulgaria

1U

x_cancelled

Testbed for various communication and power generation instruments designed to boost the performance and capabilities of CubeSat-class satellites.

ARCA (Romanian Association for Cosmonautics and Aeronautics)

YUsend-2

York University

University

Canada

1U

x_cancelled

Spectral imaging instrument for atmospheric monitoring.

-

RoBiSat-2

Romanian Space Agency Institute of Space Science

Agency

Romania

2U

x_cancelled

QB50.

QB50,

Discovery 1a

Photos to Space

Company

US

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

-

-

ORS Squared

University of New Mexico

University

US

6U

x_cancelled

The primary mission for the satellite is to measure and record vibration and shock data during the launch of a new space delivery vehicle called the Super Strypi. The satellite will also mark the first flight of a revolutionary solar array system called the High Watts per Kilogram (HaWK) system. HaWK, manufactured by MMA Designs, is designed to provide a spacecraft with sufficient power to accomplish space weather experiments during a low-earth-orbit (LEO) mission. Among these experiments is a boom which extends one meter from the side of the spacecraft. This spacecraft, with its 6U CubeSat form factor, also marks the initial deployment of a revolutionary launch mechanism called a Canisterized Satellite Dispenser (CSD), manufactured by Planetary Systems Corporation.

Cosmiac, AAC Microtec Corporation, Air Force Research Laboratory

Aggiesat-1

Texas A&M University

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Test a responsive space platform and characterize three technology experiments: a simple microsatellite propulsion system using water as the propellant, a versatile miniature positioning mechanism using a reusable shape memory alloy as the actuator, and an enzymatic energy source using glucose as the fuel. These experiments are accommodated in a versatile and responsive platform that serves as a prototype for future architectures and methods aimed at streamlining the space launch and operations process.

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EARS-PocketQube

University of Surrey Electronics & Amateur Radio Society

University

UK

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

-

-

Aggiesat-3

Texas A&M University

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate close proximity navigation utilizing a stereo vision system in an advancement toward autonomous rendezvous and docking missions.

-

OzQube-1

Independent

Non-profit

Australia

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

Amateur DIY PocketQube. First pocketqube with camera.

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AtmoCube

University of Trieste

University

Italy

1U

x_cancelled

Measurement of the Radiation Flux impinging on the satellite. Measurement of the Magnetic Field.

Demonstrate the feasibility of fabricating and launching three 1-kg satellites (nanosatellites) that are capable of collecting and returning quality scientific (magnetometer) and engineering data for several months.

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RoBiSat-1

Romanian Space Agency Institute of Space Science

Agency

Romania

2U

x_cancelled

QB50.

QB50,

PEARL

Utah State University

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

Spacecraft bus flight demonstration. PEARL spacecraft platform is a set of standard and customizable components that can be assembled into multiple mission configurations while minimizing non-recurring engineering costs and development schedules.

The spacecraft will carry the FIDEX QB50 instruments as well as elements developed and tested in the YUsend lab in the Centre for Earth and Space Science (CRESS).

QB50,

Antarctic Broadband Nanosatellite Demonstration Mission

Australian Space Research Program

Agency

Australia

6.82 kg

x_cancelled

Establish a high-quality communications service for the international research community in Antarctica.

Aerospace Concepts, ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Toronto Insitute for Aerospace Studies Space Flight Laboratory, EM Solutions, Environmental Systems & Services (ES&S), Josephmark, The Tauri Group

PilsenCUBE

University of West Bohemia

University

Czech

1U

x_cancelled

Increase in radiation resistance of electronic systems. Ensure sufficient electricity to power picosatellite. Increasing the transmission capacity for the transmission of data from experimental picosatellites.

-

CTAAP (CubeSat To Accept Any Payload )

University of North Dakota

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Accept various payloads using industry standard transfer protocols. It will be designed with a fully functional communications system, budgeted power, mass and volume for a funded payload. The primary goal with the completion of this project is to obtain an industry partner to assist with launch costs.

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AquilaSat

Special Concepts

Company

Bulgaria

3U

x_cancelled

AquilaSat is a project to design, build and space-qualify the next-generation high-performance CubeSat bus platform for a range of missions from Low-Earth orbit to Solar system exploration missions with a main focus on swarm satellite applications. It will have the highest payload volume in its class and serious application capabilities.

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Pipit

ATSB (Astronautic Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd)

Institute

Malaysia

PocketQube

x_cancelled

-

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DneprCubeSat

Youth Aerospace Education National Center

Agency

Ukraine

2U

x_cancelled

TBD

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Outernet 3U Demo 4 High Power

Outernet

Company

US

3U

x_cancelled

“Outernet” aims to deliver information to the 4.3 billion people currently living without reliable internet access. Primary objective is in-orbit demonstration of the Outernet service via a nanosatellite constellation.

Clyde Space, UK Space Agency

Aramis-C1

Polytechnical University of Torino

University

Italy

1U

x_cancelled

Project developed that provides low cost and higher performance space missions with dimensions larger than CubeSats. The feature of AraMiS design approach is its modularity. These modules can be reused for multiple missions which helps in significant reduction of the overall budget, development and testing time. One has just to reassemble the required subsystems to achieve the targeted specific mission.

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PISAT

ITE Space (Interactive Technical Enterprises Space)

Company

UK

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

PiSat is a new OS designed for Raspberry Pi based PocketQubes. PiSat is the current name for the test mission and OS. PiSat and it’s various programs will be released freely for anyone to use commercially or non-commercially.

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DOSS (Differential Optical Shadow Sensor CubeSat)

University of Florida

University

US

3U

x_cancelled

Drag-free and attitude control design and simulation, satellite bus development, and optimization of satellite constellation configuration for the determination of Earth’s geopotential and upper atmospheric winds and density.

This nanosatellite aims to conduct 3D, visual and IR imaging of resident space objects (RSOs) of interest, and aims to demonstrate the power of nanosatellite technology in the fields of space situational awareness, reduction of orbital debris and asteroid characterization. Train future space professionals in the development of space systems by providing hands-on experience.

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F-2

FPT University

University

Vietnam

2U

x_cancelled

TBD

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PQ SAT (TRSI)

STADOKO UG

Company

Germany

PocketQube 1p

x_cancelled

-

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Funsat (Flosat)

University of Central Florida

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Thermal experiment designed to measure environmental effect of at two thermally dissimilar materials measuring their contraction and expansion. Weather instruments. Detection of nitrogen oxides. Measure cosmic radiation energy in the Earth’s atmosphere at various altitudes and various sunlight exposure.

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czCube

Amateur group

Independent

Czech

1U

x_cancelled

To verify some principles and various modules conductive to amateurs approachable nanosat or nanoprobe "building kit" (by funding, by organization and by technology) was our main goal.

GSat

University of Florida

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate an inflateable device to deorbit a pico-satellites after completion of its mission in order to minimize space debris.

Main goals are the provide others with the opportunities to learn about nano satellites and gain hands-on experience in electrical, computer, and mechanical engineering. Our ultimate goal is to become the third high school in the world to successfully launch a CubeSat into orbit.

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KatySat 1

Stanford University

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Develop satellite bus and other educational purposes. Cubesat will host a web server that will be accessed by the ground station. An amateur radio operator will be able to ping the satellite and receive a confirmation from the satellite

Local high school students.

CuSPP

Southwest Research Institute

Institute

US

3U

x_cancelled

Carrying a novel miniaturized Suprathermal Ion Sensor (SIS) developed at SwRI. The SIS will measure the sources and acceleration mechanisms of solar energetic particles that are harmful to astronauts as well as Earth-based technologies. CuSPP can also be used to support space weather research by measuring particles that escape ahead of powerful shock waves in the solar wind. Upon striking the Earth, solar particles and shock waves can cause severe electromagnetic storms, damage satellites, disrupt radio communication and navigation signals, damage electric power grids and corrode pipelines. In addition, CuSPP is designed to measure the properties of ion populations entering the ionosphere, the uppermost portion of the Earth’s atmosphere.

Graduate training initiative with a microsatellite project, allowing participants in the Graduate Development Programme of EADS Astrium to gain an early knowledge of, and experience in, how satellites are developed. CMOS imager, with additional payload proposals being investigated.

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Ceres 1 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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Lunette

Space Flight Laboratory (SFL)

Institute

Canada

6 kg

x_cancelled

Payload on the European Student Moon Orbiter (ESMO) mission as part of the SSETI programme of the European Space Agency's Education Office. Once the Lunette sub-satellite separates in lunar orbit, ESMO will act as a parent satellite during range-rate measurement. However, Lunette is customizable to fly on any future lunar mission. Gravity mapping will be achieved through means of continuous radio range-rate measurements between a parent satellite and sub-satellite in a polar along-track low altitude orbit.

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Ceres 2 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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SMDC-ONE 2.5

United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the ability to rapidly design and develop militarily relevant low cost spacecraft. Receive packetized data from multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Transmit that data to ground stations within the SMDC-ONE ground track. Provide real time voice and text message data relay to and from field deployed tactical radio systems. Demonstrate SMDC-ONE operational life time of 12 months or longer.

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MEPSI 3A

DARPA

Military

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

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Ceres 3 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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Ulises 1

National Polytechnic Institute

University

Mexico

TubeSat

x_cancelled

The mission of Ulises is to put a spatial opera into orbit. The term opera is used according to its original definition: a hybrid. In the 16th century, opera was born by adding music to Greek theatre, making it easier for the Italian royalty to understand. In the 21st century, the term opera has become a new hybrid, with the elements and materials of our time. Ulises and the opera must be viewed with its process; the opera is the complete history, a history from the beginning to the end, a work with various levels of interpretation.

Mexico Space Collective

SMDC-ONE 2.6

United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the ability to rapidly design and develop militarily relevant low cost spacecraft. Receive packetized data from multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Transmit that data to ground stations within the SMDC-ONE ground track. Provide real time voice and text message data relay to and from field deployed tactical radio systems. Demonstrate SMDC-ONE operational life time of 12 months or longer.

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MEPSI 3B

DARPA

Military

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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CHiRP

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

University

US

6U

x_cancelled

CubeSat VHF transmitter to study Ionospheric dispersion of Radio Pulses. Antenna would transmit wideband Very High Frequency (VHF) 30-300 MHz pulses through the ionosphere to a ground receiver.

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SMDC-ONE 2.7

United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the ability to rapidly design and develop militarily relevant low cost spacecraft. Receive packetized data from multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Transmit that data to ground stations within the SMDC-ONE ground track. Provide real time voice and text message data relay to and from field deployed tactical radio systems. Demonstrate SMDC-ONE operational life time of 12 months or longer.

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MEPSI 4A

DARPA

Military

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

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Ceres 5 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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MEPSI 4B

DARPA

Military

US

1U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate the capability of deploying an onboard miniature autonomous inspector, tasked to conduct visual inspection of the host satellite.

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TRISAT 2

University of Maribor

University

Slovenia

6U

x_cancelled

Improved resolution.

SkyLabs

Ceres 6 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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CINEMA 4

University of California

University

US

3U

x_cancelled

Stereo imaging of magnetospheric energetic neutral atom, multi-point measurements of suprathermal electrons and ions associated with auroral acceleration as well as electron microbursts, and complementary measurements of magnetic fields for particle data.

Kyung Hee University, Imperial College London

MiniRomit 1

European Lunar Exploration Association

Company

Denmark

2U

x_cancelled

Verify computer, radio, and camera operations. Finally and most importantly, we will test our rocket engine which will subsequently be used for our lunar voyage. If the engine meets expectations, it will be groundbreaking for nanosatellites, which can then use our engine to move around in space.

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Ceres 7 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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myPocketQub 391

University of Rome

University

Italy

PocketQube

x_cancelled

Design and launch an open source satellite using only open source or free tools. Every part of the process is being documented and made freely available on the web to allow others to duplicate, enhance and launch their own satellite design for amateur radio communications and space systems education and experimentation. myPocketQub 391 is based on the myPocketQub.com reference hardware and will carry a payload computer that we hope up to 365 members of the public will be able to write software for and run on-orbit for 24 hours.

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Ceres 8 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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PAISIUS

BOREAS Space (Bulgarian Orbital REsearch and Satellites)

Company

Bulgaria

4U

x_cancelled

Radio signal observation instrument – basically a small orbital radiotelescope. Its intended high Polar orbit will provide it with a field of observation that is perpendicular to Earth’s rotation. This is a 4U CubeSat configuration where the last “cube” contains the radiotelescope itself – an extending skeleton, which will expand to a length of more than a metre after the satellite achieves orbital stability. PAISIUS will then proceed to listen at the Hydrogen line frequency (1420,2 MHz).

ARCA (Romanian Association for Cosmonautics and Aeronautics)

OPTOS 2G

National Institute of Aerospace Technology

Agency

Spain

3U

x_cancelled

Improving many subsystems.

Ceres 9 (Arkyd-100)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

12U

x_cancelled

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

Constellation of Arkyd 100 spacecraft. With just 10 satellites, the Ceres constellation provides weekly hyperspectral and mid-wave infrared data for any spot on Earth at a lower cost than existing multispectral data.

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Consat-1

Concordia University

University

Canada

3U

x_cancelled

Study the South Atlantic Anomaly. This includes electron, proton, and trace gas composition, along with temperature, density, and energy spectra of the plasma.

QB50. Demonstrate autonomous formation flying using various Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) architectures. Facilitate students with hands-on experience and cutting-edge technology. Characterize low thermosphere with enhanced scientific return by using distributed observation on various geometric baselines.

QB50. Demonstrate autonomous formation flying using various Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) architectures. Facilitate students with hands-on experience and cutting-edge technology. Characterize low thermosphere with enhanced scientific return by using distributed observation on various geometric baselines.

Multi missions platform designed to facilitate a number of goals. Mission A is to host a scientific payload with a multitude of experiments. Mission B is a continuing mission to act as an Amateur radio relay in the 2m and 70cm bands. Mission C is a proof of concept to adjust the attitude of a satellite solely using magnetic fields. Mission D is a proof of concept to determine the feasibility of a high realiability low cost de-orbiting system

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Delta-Dsat

Cranfield University

University

UK

2U

x_cancelled

In addition to contributing to the QB50 scientific objective to study the lower thermosphere, Delta-Dsat will also study rarefied-gas dynamics and active aerodynamic attitude and orbit control.

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Mursat-1

mur.at

Non-profit

Austria

TubeSat

x_cancelled

Expected to have a 6-8 week life and will include a piezo microphone and small camera.

CSIP

Air Force Research Laboratory

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

Technology demonstration

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GROUP-C (GPS Radio Occultation and Ultraviolet Photometer on a Cubesat)

Naval Research Lab

Military

US

3U

x_cancelled

GPS Radio Occultation and Ultraviolet Photometer on a Cubesat

United States Air Force

STRaND-2A

Surrey Satellite Technology

Company

UK

3U

x_cancelled

Test a novel in-orbit docking system based on the XBOX Kinect technology.

Will use self-contained, warm gas, propulsion system to adjust satellite’s initial circular orbit of 500 km to eccentric orbit with apogee of 1200 km and perigee of 500 km at a 45 degree inclination. Demonstrate use of 3D printing (a.k.a. rapid prototyping) for manufacturing small satellites. Measure flux of energetic particles in lower Van Allen Belt. Test radiation-hardened electronic components and high performance solar cells in high radiation environment over a period of five years. Test radiation hardened components for a Plug and Play satellite.

Colorado Satellite Services

Cuballute

Bundeswehr University Munich

University

Germany

3U

x_cancelled

Interplanetary Cubesat mission concept to probe the tenuous upper layers of the Martian atmosphere and high altitude landing sites on Mars such as Tharsis, by means of a hypersonic drag balloon, a device known as a „Ballute".

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GSat (Genso Test Satellite)

University of Applied Science Technikum-Wien

University

Austria

2U

x_cancelled

Genso network test

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STRaND-2B

Surrey Satellite Technology

Company

UK

3U

x_cancelled

Test a novel in-orbit docking system based on the XBOX Kinect technology.

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RESat

VKI (von karman Institute)

Institute

Belgium

2U

x_cancelled

TBD

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MPSAT-2

Test in Space / Solar MEMS

Company

Spain

3U

x_cancelled

In orbit testing and demonstration service with CubeSats. Your own payload.

Verification of spacecraft bus and of high speed communication system (115 kbaud / 8 W (?))

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SEDSat-2

Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS)

Non-profit

International

1U

x_cancelled

Designed and built by members of the organization Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS). SEDSAT-2 is the second satellite mission designed by SEDS. Optical observation and detecting radar sources on Earth.

Demonstrate the use of shape memory alloys to deploy solar panels. Demonstrate an attitude determination algorithm using input from a magnetometer and sun sensors. Take and transmit pictures of Earth.

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HORYU-3

Kyushu Institute of Technology

University

Japan

3U

x_cancelled

The mission of HORYU3 is inherited from HORYU2, which elucidates the arcing mechanism in orbit. Measurement of arcing currents. Contribute to develop high voltage spacecraft power buses. In addition, HORYU3 has the other missions as follows: technology demonstration of inter-satellite communication by using Light Emitting Diode (LED). Earth observation by using CMOS camera. Send birthday messages from space

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Solar Blade

Carnegie Mellon University

University

US

5 kg

x_cancelled

Develop and fly the first spacecraft which utilizes solar radiation pressure as its only means of enabling attitude precession, spin rate change and orbital velocity changes.

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Lucky-7

SkyFox Labs

Company

Czech

1U

x_cancelled

Test the first space friendly electronic spacecraft subsystems and design considerations in combination with modern COTS electrical components leading to increased radiation tolerance within the harsh space environment as a precursor for the next generation of Deep Space CubeSat missions and serving in future also for the conquest of Mars by CubeSats/small satellites.

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TechEdSat-2

San Jose State University

University

US

6U

x_cancelled

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NASA Ames, ÅAC Microtec

CzechTechSat

Czech Technical University of Prague

University

Czech

1U

x_cancelled

To test-by-fly and investigate results of the First Space-friendly CubeSat subsystems (Active ADCS, OBC, EPS, COMM). To introduce EPS reliable circuits intended for ESA/JUICE mission, RPWI/LVPS (10 years of design lifetime). To develop HW intended for long-lasting deep-space missions for a COTS price.

Astronomical Institute of Czech Academy of Sciences, Nuclear Research Institute

New type of spectrograph called Nanospec, which is based on photonic technology. This makes it much lighter and more energy efficient than conventional spectrographs, an imager, and multiple satellite subsystems.

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TARO

National Cheng Kung University

University

Taiwan

2U

x_cancelled

Precursor of PACE satellite which was also developed by NCKU and has an objective to verify the function of sensors and actuators which have been used at PACE. The TARO project is developed in an educational framework and part of its objective is therefore to educate students and to promote space technology and its use to the public.

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Tempo3 (Tethered Expirement for Mars interPlanetary Operations Cubed)

Mars Society

Non-profit

US

2U

x_cancelled

Demonstrate artificial gravity generation.

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NanoSpace-1

Uppsala University

University

Sweden

7 kg

x_cancelled

Constructed around innovative designs for thermal management, structure, RF-MEMS, Controller Area Network (CAN), and for Attitude and Guidance control.

ESA,

DUSTIE (DUst Sounder and Temperature Imager Experiment)

Virginia Tech

University

US

3U

x_cancelled

Determine the global distribution of cosmic smoke in the atmosphere. DUSTIE will use a digital camera to image the Sun at 0.420 µm during spacecraft sunrise and sunset. This will provide measurements to characterize the smoke distribution over the altitude range of ~40 to 90 km.

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InKlajn-1

Israel Institute Of Technology

University

Israel

3U

x_cancelled

Test COTS equipment in space and transmit telemetry that will help determine the components behavior in space conditions. INKLAJN-1 is intended to be the first satellite in a family of cubesats, and therefore this mission will also test the Bus design and its components.

Service & Deorbit Module (SDM) and a separable capsule called micro-return capsule 2 (MIRKA2). Develop a relatively cheap platform for examining heat shields for re-entry vehicles and small payloads.

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DISCOSAT 1 (DISCOvery Museum Satellite)

The Discovery Museum and Planetarium

Institute

US

2U

x_cancelled

Main focus is to be research unit for researchers as well as a learning model for young school graders. It will enable one to learn the in and out of running a real time satellite operations and communication. The primary goal of the project is to employ a small, CubeSat spacecraft to evaluate, demonstrate and validate a real time simulation for the students in mission
coordinated teams, to control and operate a CubeSat in orbit. This will be a real time simulation for children to actual operate in real satellite control environments.

University of Bridgeport

LunarSail

Aerospace Research & Engineering Systems Institute (Ares Institute)

Non-profit

US

3U

x_cancelled

LunarSail is a project to design, build and launch a CubeSat amateur satellite containing a solar sail and orbit the Moon. LunarSail is an effort to demonstrate the ability of a spacecraft under solar sail propulsion to navigate itself into a lunar trajectory and insert itself into Lunar orbit. A primary objective of the LunarSail mission is to serve as a testbed for cubesat operations beyond low Earth orbit and applications requiring cislunar or interplanetary rendezvous. It is a proposed cubesat mission intended to demonstrate practical application of solar sail technology for propulsion, trajectory/attitude control and rendezvous with another body in space. With LunarSail, we will take advantage of the cubesat platform to conduct a first of its kind mission to use a solar sail to send a spacecraft to the Moon and then utilize the sail’s unique characteristics to navigate into lunar orbit.

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Dynacube

Denel Dynamics

Company

South Africa

1U

x_cancelled

-

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TU Sat 1

Taylor University

University

US

2U

x_cancelled

-

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Jugnu-2

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

University

India

3U

x_cancelled

-

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VELOX-P

Nanyang Technological University

University

Singapore

1U

x_cancelled

-

-

Samara Earth Observation Unit

Samara State Aerospace University

University

Russia

2U

x_cancelled

-

-

EgyCubeSat-1

National Authority for Remote Sensing and
Space Sciences

Institute

Egypt

1U

x_cancelled

The main objective of EgyCubeSat-1 is to image the earth according to commands issued from the ground control station and then send this image to the data reception station.

EU grant

Yamsat 1A

National Space Program Office

Agency

Taiwan

1U

x_cancelled

Ambitious and novel R.O.C. made components, including 15 domestic organizations and companies' participation.

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TetherSat 1

Naval Postgraduate School

University

US

1.5U

x_cancelled

Test the TEPCE tether deployment hardware in LEO and to analyze the dynamics during and after deployment.

United States Air Force

Yamsat 1B

National Space Program Office

Agency

Taiwan

1U

x_cancelled

Backup of YamSat-1A.

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ERPSat01

Sfax School of Engineering

University

Tunisia

1U

x_cancelled

Educational objectives: collaboration and contacts with industry, universities and other CubeSat groups; insight into the system engineering process and team dynamics; deeper understanding of subjects. Scientific and research objectives: technology demonstration and validation for space application; communication link for pico satellite; space discovering using pictures taken by the camera on board the satellite; attitude determination. Its main missions are to capture images of the earth in order to help protecting the environment from forest fires and also to be used for cartography and providing communication in non covered Tunisian areas.

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TetherSat 2

Naval Postgraduate School

University

US

1.5U

x_cancelled

Test the TEPCE tether deployment hardware in LEO and to analyze the dynamics during and after deployment.

United States Air Force

Yamsat 1C

National Space Program Office

Agency

Taiwan

1U

x_cancelled

Amateur communication experiment end-to-end field test and for public education purpose.

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Arkyd 6B (A6B)

Planetary Resources

Company

US

6U

x_cancelled

Test the scientific instruments and deep space technologies at the heart of our asteroid prospecting missions, but to also provide a platform that will allow others to fly their mission with our technology!

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NUS QB50

National University of Singapore

University

Singapore

2U

x_cancelled

TBD

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-

Imperial College London

University

UK

3U

x_cancelled

It is going to be designed to aid search and rescue by locating distress signals, and will have the highest resolution (1.5m per pixel) of any CubeSat to date. There is currently a network of satellites to designed to locate and detect distress signals, but these were developed in the 70s and haven’t been updated since. The main aim of this project is to show that this system can be improved upon with minimal investment.

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GE1: Golden Eagle 1 (GoldenEagle-1)

Marquette University

University

US

1U

x_cancelled

Carries two cameras, one infrared camera and one regular camera and the idea is to be able to take photographs of the earth in a visible spectrum and the infrared spectrum. The purpose of the project is to be a learning experience.

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OGMS-SA (OutGassing Material Study by Spectroscopy Analysis)

Paris-Est Créteil Val-de-Marne University

University

France

3U

x_cancelled

Prove the good functioning of a CRDS (Cavity Ring Down Spectrometer) in space, a spectroscopic cavity containing an outgassing sample exposed to solar radiation.

To give students at Sudanese Unversities a hands-on space project experience. To document the process and skills and forward it to more students and post graduated engineers. To promote space engineering and space science education at other Sudanese educational institutes. Building, testing and launching the cube satellite. Monitoring and tracking the cube satellite. Telecommand the cube satellite. Collecting the telemetry and the mission data for analysis and evaluation.

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Triton-2

ISIS

Company

Netherlands

3U

x_cancelled

Test a highly innovative payload for ocean traffic monitoring developed by ISIS, AIS receiver, which is major step towards realizing a commercial constellation that will provide global shipping information to customers worldwide.

3U CubeSat that will be divided in orbit into two subsatellites connected by a 1 km long tether. Each subsatellite will be equipped with all the essential subsystems necessary to maintain its independence. The main goal of the mission is to perform two-point diagnostic measurements of electromagnetic emissions in near-Earth plasma. Multi-point measurements play a significant role in understanding energy flows driven by the Sun as well as terrestrial activity. Therefore, each subsatellite will carry a Radio Frequency Analyzer capable of performing passive diagnostic measurements of the electromagnetic field.

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PiezoSat-1

Space Science and Technology Institute

Institute

Lithuania

3U

x_cancelled

TBD

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LeSTAR (Lessius Satellite for Teaching and Autonomous Research)

Lessius University College

University

Belgium

3U

x_cancelled

Growing of photosynthetic, edible micro-algae under microgravity conditions. As long duration manned missions are considered in the near future, a lot of experiments on regenerative life support systems, including biological components will be necessary.

The scientific objective of this mission would be to study the visible emission of exozodiacal light in the habitable zone around the closest stars.

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MaRBLES (MeAsuring Radiation Belt Low Earth Sources/Sinks)

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Agency

US

6U

x_cancelled

Provide hands-on experience for all aspects of a small mission. Characterize sources and sinks of energetic particles in the radiation belts from a near polar low earth orbit focusing on microbursts measurements at high latitudes to supplement Van Allen Probe measurements at low latitudes and the CRAND source for the inner radiation belts. Provide flight heritage for instruments and instrument components.

Tracking pollution trough the use of small low-cost satellites and sensor technology. Use HyperSpectral Technology, a version of infrared imaging that enables chemical composition of each pixel in the image. This allows to track not only the chemical output of factories and farms, but also the movement of machines and equipment.

Two 7 DoF robotic arms fitted with manipulators to enable inspection and servicing. Operates with BRICSat that provides propulsion and attitude control. Magnetic docking system will include power and data pass-through. Part of AMODS (Autonomous Mobile On-orbit Diagnostic System).

Two 6U deep space CubeSats were planned to be launched in 2016, but delayed due to InSight Mars lander. They will flyby Mars during the landing of InSight and relay status in real time, which is not possible today.

First CubeSat to reach an asteroid and map it using an ~80 m2 solar sail for propulsion. One of 13 6U CubeSats that will launch with a new NASA SLS rocket in 2018 which will send Orion capsule on a trip around the Moon.

First CubeSat to reach the Moon and the first to use lasers to look for water ice. Near infrared lasers will shine light into the shaded polar regions, while the spectrometer measures surface reflection and composition. One of 13 6U SLS CubeSats.

Will release a 1 kg lunar lander with inflatable airbags to demonstrate technology for low-cost and very small spacecraft to explore the lunar surface and will measure the radiation environment. One of 13 6U SLS CubeSats.

New launchers will be added here when they are very close to commercial missions because there are too many small rockets in development as seen from NewSpace Index.
Best overview of (upcoming) small satellite launchers by Carlos Niederstrasser and Warren Frick of Orbital ATK at IAC 2016. (I will mostly wait for the first launch before adding.)
There are many more providers and special (free) launch opportunities and competitions.
e.g. with SLS to Moon through Cube Quest and with ESA AIM to Didymos asteroid.
Most nanosatellites from Japan, India, China and Russia are launched by their space agencies.

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Satellites only in idea or concept phase. Often difficult to determine.

Data is since 1998. There were at least 21 nanosatellites launched in the 1960s (Vanguard, OSCAR, ERS) and 1 in 1997.

Comments:

Usually waiting before fully adding new large constellations to gain more proof of active development, fundraising and first launches.

There is plenty of non-public data (emails, COM parameters etc).

Can edit databases through fullscreen links, a menu will appear.

In some cases an educational guess has been made. Apologies for possible mistakes, please write about them.

"Mission type" and "Mission type description" are part of Space Taxonomy shared by Hector Guerrero-Padron from European Commission Space Policy and Research Unit in 2014.

SOURCES

Updating the databases every ∼2 months and Index Tables more frequently. Always careful to use trustworthy sources. Doing the best to keep track with changing statuses and plans assuming information is available.

BACKGROUND

Early data was collected during EU FP7 NANOSAT project in 2013 - 2014, short for "Utilizing the potential of NANOSATellites for the implementation of European Space Policy and space innovation".
At the time the size was much smaller. Coordinators were pleased to see that work would continue and be considerably improved. No rules or restrictions were placed and there has been no official relation since then.

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